RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Program Manager 2. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel program.
 

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do: 
This position consists of leading a matrixed team in the execution advanced Program Planning, Analytics & Metrics, Proposals, Affordability and Risk & Opportunity Management.  Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, Schedule Risk Assessment, Integrated Master Schedule review and analysis, schedule recovery modeling and planning, Major Program Event planning, program Tableau Dashboards, various program analysis and monthly reporting, Risk and Opportunity Management, affordability program, award fee, and proposal submissions.  Position includes significant internal and external customer interaction and presentations.
 
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Facilitating/ Coordinating schedule risk assessments

• Resource demand planning and adjudication

• Creating and maintaining program Tableau dashboards and conducting various program analyses

• Managing monthly reporting, risk and opportunity management, and affordability programs

• Overseeing award fee and proposal submissions

 
The Program Manager will interact extensively with internal and external customers, presenting program updates and leading reviews focused on cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role involves an understanding of all phases of programs from inception to completion, ensuring optimal cost, schedule, and technical performance.
 
Key duties include but not limited to:

• Coordinating the preparation of proposals, business plans and financial reporting

• Acting as the primary customer contact for program activities

• Setting milestones and monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, while identifying and resolving program issues through resource allocation

 
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: 
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 
• 401k 
• Educational Assistance 
• Life Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions  
• Paid Time Off  
• Health & Wellness Resources  
• Employee Discounts 
 
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; Master's degree and 6 years of related experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree. 

• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.

• Demonstrated track record/ experience in project management/ execution and closeout 

• Firm understanding and application of  Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

• Firm  understanding and application of Active Risk Management portfolios >$50M factored risk

• Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• At least 1 year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.

• 3 years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)

• Program Management experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry

• PMP Certificate

• Current Program Access Request (PAR)

• Experience managing people

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

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.