Manager Programs 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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’s Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 1 to support the Advanced Electronic Warfare Business Area in the Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD) organization onsite in Linthicum, MD . The primary objective of this position will be the leadership of Research and Development (R&D) programs to satisfy contractual requirements, on cost and on schedule, while delivering products and services that meet customer expectations.

What You'll Get to Do:

The selected candidate will work alongside a senior program manager to assist in the leadership of a cross-functional program team aligned to common performance goals, with a focus on developing multi-function capabilities. Typical program duties encompass all phases of the program life cycle from proposal development through startup, execution, demonstration and product delivery. Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of program tasks

• Interfacing with internal and external customers, vendors, and support organizations

• Delivering presentations to customers, executive management, and other program stakeholders

• Developing and monitoring adherence to the change management process

• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant professional experience, supporting U.S. Government/DoD programs, contracts, engineering, or related program/project management activities.

• Demonstrated technical experience supporting the design and development of software-defined RF sensor systems, electronic warfare systems, or related RF technologies.

• Demonstrated experience leading program or project execution with responsibility for cost, schedule, technical performance, requirements, and/or deliverables as a Project Lead, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead/member, Cost Account Manager (CAM), or comparable role.

• Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering program updates, technical information, status reviews, and/or presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

• U.S. citizenship required.

• Must possess a current/active U.S. Government Secret clearance and be able to obtain and maintain required Top Secret and/or Special Access Program (SAP) access after hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).

• Experience supporting U.S. Government proposal development, including RFP analysis, technical input, cost/schedule input, compliance reviews, and/or proposal preparation.

• Experience developing RF electronic warfare systems, software-defined RF systems, or related sensor technologies.

• Experience guiding or supporting software and firmware development within technical development programs.

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications to support program planning, analysis, reporting, and presentations.

• Current/active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.

Job Category: Program Management