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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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manger Business Process Analysis 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Advanced Manufacturing Technology organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.

As a member of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology & Innovation development team, you will define, develop, implement, and transition new technology solutions to manufacturing to increase efficiency, reduce cost, and improve quality. This position supports AMT Digital Communications and the development, production, integration, and deployment of a Northrop Grumman secure communications solution. This role requires providing organization and project management across all digital communications projects.  Key skills to be successful in this role include great attention to detail, the ability to stay organized, task prioritization, and being able to work with minimal detail or unclear requirements. This role involves interfacing with internal and external customers, program offices, multiple business functions, engineering disciplines, and executive management. In addition, the role will require the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently in a dynamic/fast-paced work environment. Budgeting and Project Management skills will be utilized to properly scope and execute assigned work and manage project efforts. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels

The Manager Business Process Analysis 2 will have the responsibility of analyzing business and technical processes to ensure compliance for organizational commitments. The manager will provide organizational leadership across the Advanced Manufacturing Technology portfolio. This includes tracking financials, procurements, legal and compliance, and functional tasking, which will include the following responsibilities:

Role Responsibilities:

• General knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Problem Solving Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems.
• Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
• Discretion/Latitude Works under only general direction.
• Independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Impact Contributes to the completion of specific programs and projects.
• Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in serious program delays and considerable expenditure of resources.
• Liaison Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
• Experience in Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Ability to lead through, overcome and adapt to obstacles and challenges. 
• Strong Familiarity with Process Development & Controls  

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, 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 experience in engineering or project management in an aerospace, defense industry, manufacturing or production/operations environment; OR Master’s Degree and 3 years of experience in engineering or project management in an aerospace, defense industry, manufacturing or production/operations environment.
• Minimum of 3 Years of management, supervisor, or other demonstrated leadership experience.
• Project/Program Management skills (proposal creation, scheduling, budget tracking). 
• Experience with Atlassian tool kit (including Jira and Confluence), Microsoft Project, and/or other task tracking software. 
• Experience working with IPTs, other stakeholders, and various customers such as Air Force and Navy 
• Ability to travel at least 15% - 20% Domestically/International.

• Must have an Active DoD Secret Clearance that is in-scope Granted or renewed in the last 5 years and the ability to obtain special program access.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Special Program Access 
• Experience using ERP systems. 
• Experience in Earned Value Management, Financial Tracking, Staffing and Financial Planning. 
• Experience with SAP 
• Experience in Cost Account Management 
• Experience leading scrums or project status meetings  
• Experience working with multiple IPTs, other stakeholders, and various DoD customers  
• PMI PMP Certification or prior project management training 
• Experience with using Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS-Project, Visio) 
• Experience managing hardware procurement and production activity  
• Proposal experience, and experience in other early phases of program lifecycle  
• Experience with Digital Transformation, Secure Communications Systems, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, Systems Integration, IIoT, Manufacturing Processes, and/or production manufacturing operations  
• Digital Manufacturing experience 
• Experience in hardware/software integration of manufacturing systems  
• Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing production schedules and high delivery rates  

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!

Please note:

Salary ranges will be dependent upon where the position is based and follows our company geographic salary bands aligned with position. Specific salary offers for candidate selected will be commensurate with experience

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.