Manager Programs 2
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manager, Programs 2 to lead technical program execution within the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) Operating Unit of the Global Command and Control Solutions Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. IBCS connects sensors and effectors in a command-and-control system and supports U.S. Army air and missile defense modernization. The program manager leads all program life-cycle phases, from proposal development and startup through execution and contract closeout. The objective is to deliver contractual requirements under cost, ahead of schedule, and with first-time quality, while building customer intimacy and supporting value creation. The role leads a cross-functional organization toward common performance goals and balances disciplined execution with technical judgment to optimize cost, schedule, performance, and mission outcomes. This is a full-time, on-site position in Huntsville, Alabama. An active Secret clearance or above is required, and the role involves travel 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience supporting DoD programs, or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience supporting DoD programs.
- At least 6 years of experience leading tasks to be completed on schedule and at or under cost, using program management tools such as EVMS, IMP, IMS, or risk and opportunity management, or similar methods.
- Experience leading a hardware and/or software product development program or team as a Program Manager or IPT lead.
- Experience in program-level financial management and reporting, including Earned Value Management, Control Account Management, and Risk Management.
- Demonstrated large-team organizational and communication skills.
- Understanding of organizational financial management and reporting, including the Annual Operating Plan.
- Active Secret clearance or above.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in engineering.
- Experience leading large software development programs using SAFe.
- Experience in the Air and Missile Defense domain.
- Experience leading competitive captures and proposals.
- Experience implementing DevOps/DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) concepts.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet program cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements.
- Establish and manage program and subordinate baselines.
- Develop and adhere to integrated master plans and integrated master schedules.
- Develop and adhere to budget baselines using Earned Value Management or similar cost and schedule control methodologies and tools.
- Identify, distribute, track, and complete program requirements.
- Conduct risk and opportunity management, including identification, mitigation, and realization.
- Ensure the program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manage changes through control board activities.
- Participate in negotiating contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
- Manage suppliers to meet program objectives.
- Identify, allocate, and manage program resources, including workforce planning.
- Manage government- or customer-supplied property or information, including GFE and CFE.
- Cultivate customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community.
- Develop new business opportunities through long-term strategic planning, capture planning, proposals, and business plans.
- Adhere to internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
- Relocation assistance may be available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
