RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% 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 Aeronautics Systems sector is looking for Operations Program Manager 1's to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our organization/business unit supporting the Manufacturing teams on site in Melbourne, FL.

Please Note: This position is on-site in Melbourne, FL and cannot be performed remotely due to the nature of the role.

The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on schedule and on cost , while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions.  The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals.

Job Responsibilities:

The Program Managers are responsible for supporting the Production Operations Manager Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead leading a multidisciplined team for requirements, development, production, and testing. The roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading and directing cross-functional Operations IPT to meet program schedule, cost and technical performance objectives.
• Deliver Customer Satisfaction for their product.
• Deliver quality products.
• Manage the risk, issues, and opportunities of their team.
• Timely identification and management of all resources required to include NG Labor, suppliers, and IWOs.
• Develop Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tasking and targets to deliver performance for their area of Profit & Loss (P&L).
• Provide accuracy and transparency throughout financial reporting process
• Identify the functional skills required to complete each process within the multi-disciplined team’s statement of work.
• Establish the baseline and performance for their team’s schedule & cost scope in alignment with the overall program staffing and budget.
• Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization.
• Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders.
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
• Measuring and reporting program performance.
• Preparing Business case analysis to evaluate various courses of action as it relates to cost or schedule mitigation plans.
• Managing Government/customer supplied property or information.
• Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards.

These roles will support either 4/10 A (Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm) or B (Tuesday-Friday 6am-4:30pm) schedules. We offer flexible work arrangements with multiple shift options, phenomenal learning opportunities, educational assistance, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of related experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers, aerospace manufacturing, program management, project management, and/or military service OR Master’s and 3 years of related experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers, aerospace manufacturing, program management, project management, and/or military service.
• 3 years of demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal within quality, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Earn Value Management Systems (EVMS) Knowledge.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) Certified.
• Active Secret DOD clearance, or higher, last investigated within the last 6 years.
• The ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as required by the business.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working within a manufacturing environment and managing the product build.
• Experience communicating verbally, written, and visually with contract stakeholders and multiple levels of leadership.
• Experience in Project or Program Management skills & toolsets.
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Usage and SAP Knowledge.
• PMP certification.
• A Degree in a science, engineering, or a business program.
• Active Program Access.

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

Primary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00

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.