Oceanic Systems Manager Programs 2

Northrop Grumman•Annapolis, MD
•$153,800 - $230,800•Onsite

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. Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector is seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager to join the Undersea Mission Capabilities portfolio within the Oceanic Systems Operating Unit (OU) on-site in Annapolis, MD. The Oceanic Systems OU is recognized as a center of excellence for complex uncrewed systems, sensors, and maritime solutions. This onsite role requires a proven leader capable of guiding a diverse and innovative team through the design, development, delivery, maintenance, and field operation of custom maritime capabilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and management skills in a fast-paced, technical environment.

Requirements

  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance to be considered with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access and a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business discipline from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant management and leadership experience or Master's degree and 6 years of experience
  • Proven ability to drive programmatic battle rhythms effectively.
  • Strong leadership skills with direct Customer engagement experience, including communication, presentation, persuasion, and negotiation at executive and senior government levels.
  • At least 3 years of Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership.
  • Demonstrated experience managing program financials, including awards, sales, Operating Margin (OM), and Operating Cash Flow (OCF).
  • Experience developing and executing annual program baselines encompassing budgets, staffing, subcontractors, materials, and travel.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams on Cost-Plus development programs.
  • Skilled in risk and opportunity management.

Nice To Haves

  • Current Top Secret/SCI/SAP clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph.
  • Master’s degree in STEM from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in designing, developing, delivering, or using products within the complex maritime domain.
  • Experience leading a Prime Contract for the Government.
  • Proven success managing fast-paced programs, delivering systems from design to fielding within three years.
  • Demonstrated track record of leading teams to successful outcomes.
  • Experience developing and leading proposal efforts.
  • Skilled in change management within Cost-Plus development programs.
  • Poised leader with experience briefing senior Customers, government agencies, and executive leadership, effectively building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
  • Over 5 years of leadership experience with strong communication and presentation skills, delivering clear and compelling messaging to executive and senior government audiences.
  • Ability to deliver persuasive verbal and written program briefings, including technical content, to Customers and corporate leadership.
  • Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or higher through the Project Management Institute.
  • Experience working in a matrix organization with functional leadership managing shared staff resources across multiple programs.
  • Proven ability to foster a positive team culture within a matrixed organization while balancing program execution and team engagement.
  • Experience managing contracts governed by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
  • Experience working in classified environments and operating within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), or willingness to do so.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Program Manager (PM) in day-to-day execution and profit & loss of two critical Undersea Mission Capabilities Programs.
  • Develop and execute program budgets and schedules that satisfy both Customer and Company requirements.
  • Cultivate and maintain deep Customer and stakeholder relationships.
  • Provide clear leadership and direction to the program team to achieve objectives and deliver results.
  • Manage program activities in compliance with Customer security requirements and constraints.
  • Serve as a key company representative and point of contact for the program.
  • Deliver program briefings to Customer leadership, technical teams, and corporate management.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • health insurance coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • savings plan
  • Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • overtime
  • shift differential
  • discretionary bonus
  • Annual bonuses
  • Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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