Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman

124d • $187,000 - $280,600

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman, Mission Systems (NGMS) is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 3, to support our growing portfolio of classified programs within the Cyber & Information Solutions Business Unit which falls under the Navigation Intelligence & Connectivity Division. This position will be onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience leading program teams and developing programs and deliverables; OR a Master's degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience leading program teams and developing programs and deliverables.
• Demonstrated experience leading high performing and multidisciplinary teams to deliver programs or products that met defined performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating across multiple organizations and/or business units to establish and lead cross-functional teams, secure stakeholder alignment, and deliver programs or products within defined scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Experience managing programs or products through planning, execution, delivery, and sustainment using structured program management methodologies.
• Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account management.
• Experience leading programs integrating Agile Project Management, MBSE, DevOps, and Software Development practices.
• Project and program management experience within the aerospace and defense industry, with comprehensive knowledge of program management standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence executive-level management and external customers, evidenced by preparing and delivery oral briefings and written communications that directly support program outcomes.
• US Citizenship.
• A current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph required to start.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced (master’s or PhD) STEM degree.
• 6 years of related experience leading program teams to develop program and deliverables based on changing requirements and needs of customer and contract.
• Experience with Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with program execution on multiple contract types, for example FFP and CPFF.
• Experience taking development programs through major milestones.
• Proposal and capture experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.
• Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs.
• Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
• Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.
• Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test.
• Develop new business or expand the product line with the customer.
• Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions.
• Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
• Work closely with CAMS to ensure financial health of the program is accurately represented.
• Cultivate customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community.
• Refine program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations.
• Measuring and reporting program performance.
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements.
• Adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) control methodologies and tools.
• Participating in internal Program Management Reviews, Headcount Reviews, Financial Forecast reviews, and monthly financial submittals.
• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning.
• Preparation of charts and briefings on status/progress and processes; delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders.
• Managing suppliers to meet program objectives.
• Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities.
• Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree