RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Program Manager 2 to lead multiple programs within its Strategic and Mobile Command and Control (SMC2) Operating Unit. This individual will report to the Global Situational Awareness Business Area Manager.  These programs support the development of Knowledge Management programs for multiple Intelligence Community (IC) customers.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing the NOVASTAR, IMD II, and LEIA task orders as a subcontractor to the various prime contractors we support on these vehicles.  The primary emphasis will be developing and executing a growth strategy for customers within the INDOPACOM region while ensuring successful program execution across all programs.  You will be responsible for developing and executing customer engagement plans aligned with OU objectives for growth.  You will also need to identify existing NG technologies from across the corporation that can be used to meet warfighter needs quickly. The selected candidate should have an understanding of Congressional, Presidential, and Dept of Defense planning, budgeting, and appropriation processes to identify relevant needs aligned to NG core competencies and technologies for warfighters. The candidate should also understand National Defense Strategy and planning processes, military acquisition processes, and legislative affairs to identify areas of current and future program growth.

Program Managers are responsible for coordination and management of all phases of execution, from inception (proposal development and initial product concept) through completion (contract closeout and product delivery). Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

Lead and manage software/system development.Establish, maintain, and expand strong customer relationships with open communication. This will include regular travel to customer sites.Develop and execute a comprehensive growth strategy to increase profitable sales and market share.Support capture activities and quote/proposal development.Ensure successful management of program objectives including cost, schedule, and performanceCultivate a culture of individual and organizational continuous improvementPrepare and deliver contract deliverables and progress reportsManage complex risks/issues and develop risk mitigation and corrective action plansDevelop and deliver presentations to customers, management, and program stakeholders Execute on a variety of contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M) Negotiate and establish schedule milestones, payment, and other key contract terms and conditions. 

Basic Qualifications: 

Bachelors degree with 8+ years of experience or Masters degree with 6+ years of experience leading successful, complex programs with cross-functional teams. Will consider 12+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Strong leadership background and the ability to lead diverse teams.Experience developing and executing a product or business strategy and roadmap to drive profitable growth.Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong customer relationships, preferably with the DoD and US Government customersStrong written and oral communication with experience presenting to customers and business leadershipDemonstrated success aligning teams, organizations, and employee resource groups to achieve a common goal. Ability to address program uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward-looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling plans, and manages them throughout the lifecycle of the program. Ability to apply knowledge, insights and understanding of business and financial concepts, tools, and processes to the benefit of program decisions, actions, and performance. Active Top Secret ClearanceAbility to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility

Preferred Qualifications: 

BS or MS degree in a Business-related disciplineMA or MS with 10+ years of experience managing programsInternational ExperienceINDOPACOM ExperienceUnderstanding of Congressional, Presidential, and Dept of Defense planning, budgeting, and appropriation processes to identify relevant needs aligned to NG core competencies and technologies for warfighters.Understanding of National Defense Strategy and planning processes, military acquisition processes, and legislative affairs to identify areas of current and future program growth.An active Top-Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibilityPMI PMP certificationCapture planning and proposal development experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $156,500.00 - $234,700.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.