Sentinel Program Manager 3 - 20540

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

4d•$166,700 - $250,100•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sentinel Program Manager 3 to support the GN&C GSI IPT on the Sentinel program in Roy, Utah. The role supports the GN&C GSI Director, provides programmatic oversight, and briefs internal and external customers and Sentinel program leadership on status and challenges. The position works with GSI product team leads in Systems Engineering, Integration and Test, Analysis and Algorithms, and Software to oversee project execution and ensure program goals and deliverables are effectively implemented. The Program Manager executes the Sentinel program's operational rhythm; leads proposal development and baseline integration; develops strategies for executing initiatives and improving performance; and tracks cost, schedule, earned value, and milestones. The position also contributes IPT inputs to program risk and opportunity management. It manages a program or function, sets objectives, provides subordinate guidance, and oversees planning, risk, cost, schedule, and technical quality for work breakdown structure elements on a large system-development contract, or program performance for a large technical-services contract. The work involves analysis of alternatives, decisions with program-level risk and reward implications, resolving technical or operational issues, and influencing organizational objectives and long-range goals. The role requires U.S. citizenship and an active, current, in-scope Secret clearance at application, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program access. Travel is 10% of the time. The standard schedule is 9/80, and relocation assistance may be available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 10 years of experience; or a master's degree and 8 years of experience; or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at application that is current and within scope (less than 6 years), and be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program access.
At least 6 years of experience leading programs or projects and driving performance against a schedule.
Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) in an applicable system.

Nice To Haves

Excellent leadership and communication skills, including the ability to brief Segment, Program, and Customer leadership.
Experience leading interdisciplinary, major program event efforts on defense or aerospace programs.
Experience working across multiple functional organizations, such as Engineering, Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, and Logistics.
Familiarity with Northrop Grumman build execution, processes, procedures, tools, and metrics.
Experience as an EVMS Control Account Manager (CAM).
Experience with ICBM programs.
Experience with complex system development on large programs.
Experience in system sell-off and delivery to the customer.
Active TS clearance and Special Program Access.
Experience managing people.
Executive presence and comfort communicating at that level.
Experience building strong customer and supplier relationships.
People leadership experience, including performance management, career development, staffing, and merit planning.

Responsibilities

Support the GN&C GSI Director and provide programmatic oversight.
Brief internal and external customers and Sentinel program leadership on program status and challenges.
Oversee project execution with GSI product team leads in Systems Engineering, Integration and Test, Analysis and Algorithms, and Software.
Execute the Sentinel program operational rhythm and maintain timely progress throughout program phases.
Lead proposal efforts, develop proposals that meet organizational standards and customer needs, and integrate successful proposals into the program baseline.
Develop and implement strategies to execute the full scope of work efficiently, drive continuous improvement, and align with business objectives.
Track and report program cost, schedule, and execution metrics, including Earned Value Management System (EVMS) measures.
Establish project milestones and track progress in accordance with the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
Assist in developing and providing IPT inputs to the program risk and opportunity management system.
Manage a program or organizational function, set and operate to objectives, and guide subordinates in accordance with goals, objectives, and company policy.
Plan and manage risk, cost, schedule, and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure elements on a large system-development contract, or oversee all aspects of performance on a large technical-services contract.
Help meet schedules and resolve technical or operational problems, typically through lower-level managers or exempt employees.
Influence development of organizational objectives and long-range goals.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k)
Educational assistance
Life insurance
Employee assistance programs and Work/Life Solutions
Paid time off
Health and wellness resources
Employee discounts
Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
Company-paid holidays
Disability insurance
Potential long-term incentives for employees in Vice President or Director positions