RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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’s Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Program Director 1 to join  the B-2 Enterprise team. The primary location for this position is Oklahoma City, OK with some travel to other B-2 program operating locations (Palmdale, etc.).

The Development Operating Unit position will report to the VP of Programs and be responsible for the following:

• Integration and delivery of IFC’s (Integrated Functional Capability) to the B-2 fleet which includes full lifecycle cost estimation, execution, and management of hardware and software development programs
• Execution of B-2 weapons programs with strategic feedback to B-2 capture leads on shaping future awards and growth for the B-2 Enterprise
• Engage, shape and partner with United States Air Force counterparts as the development unit leader to ensure seamless execution and funding of B-2 programs
• Participate in executive leadership shaping of strategic efforts to the B-2’s long range penetrating strike capabilities including weapons, communications, lethality, and low observable growth objectives
• Expand organic US Air Force partnerships (509th, etc.) and establishing a strong alignment with B-2 lab support growth to ensure test facilities and assets support long term B-2 development programs

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 10 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 9 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Master's degree and 8 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 7 years) of related experience as defined below
• Related experience includes a background in Program Management, Program Integration Lead, and/or Project Management Lead
• 6 years of experience in a leadership and/or lead role
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) that is in-scope (granted or renewed within the last 6 years)
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance, in-scope
• Current/Active Special Program Access (SAP)
• Program Management experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry
• 10 years of formal leadership experience

Salary Range: $177,800.00 - $266,600.00

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.