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 Air Dominance Division is seeking a Director of Programs to lead its Military Aircraft programs. This position will have direct profit and loss (P&L) responsibility for a broad portfolio of programs and will partner closely with strategy and growth to capture follow-on and new business opportunities aligned with the division’s strategy.

This position will be based in Clearfield, Utah.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide a collaborative and inclusive work environment where teams can thrive in meeting overall performance goals and shared success
• Leads program strategy development that integrates with Air Dominance division and the Aerostructures programs. This includes strategies to capture follow-on and new business opportunities within the military aircraft structures market
• Develops and participates in the annual long-range strategic planning process (LRSP)
• Executes multiple programs successfully by managing safety, quality, schedule, delivery, and cost (P&L responsibility) for fixed price and cost type contracts and Intercompany Work Orders (IWOs)
• Directs competitive proposal preparation and create customer value, aligns proposals with the division’s business and growth strategy, and provides a proper base for successful negotiations and program performance
• Understands the need for protecting customer information protection and helps develop business strategies including the use of nondisclosure agreements and firewalls accordingly, as a merchant supplier
• Manages contract negotiations, endorses final price and contract terms and resolves contract issues
• Drives technical execution by setting program standards, enabling cross-functional support and reach across multiple sectors and divisions, effectively managing risk and opportunities, and delivering performance
• Oversees the development of program plans and critical milestones and meets master program plans and schedules by identifying and assessing risks, and initiating necessary corrective actions
• Serves as a business unit representative to customers, ensuring there is an understanding of core capabilities and provides customers with creative business and technical solutions for their requirements
• Provides leadership and direction to the program team that includes coaching team members, resolving conflict, reviewing performance, and initiating process improvement and corrective actions when necessary
• Provides direction to internal functional teams and ensures strategic teaming and positioning with key suppliers and subcontractors
• Oversees program planning and execution through applicable phases including concept, exploration, engineering development, advanced development, production, sustainment, and retirement to continuously drive results

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 professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions
• 3 years in program or project leadership roles
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
• Experience managing programs or portfolio of programs more than $100M sales annually
• Experience with Firm Fixed Price, CPFF and IWO contracts
• Experience working with Military Prime and DoD customers and their partners.
• Understanding of the DoD acquisition and budgeting process
• Knowledge of business systems, including Earned Value Management, Risk and Opportunity Management, and contract management
• Demonstrated experience leading managers and teams engaged in executing multiple contracts and customers
• Demonstrated ability to provide verbal and written information clearly, succinctly, and persuasively

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance last investigated within 6 years or enrolled in continuous evaluation
• Master’s degree and advanced training in program management
• Experience working with high-ranking military officials, prime contractor, and commercial executives.

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!

Salary Range: $181,000.00 - $271,600.00

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.

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.