RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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, Space Systems, is currently seeking an experienced individual for a Program Manager (PM) 2 to provide program leadership to our Advanced Programs / Propulsion Technology & Weapons team, at our Promontory Utah offices.

Role Description & Responsibilities

This Program Manager position resides within the Advance Programs portfolio and will be responsible for management of multiple contracts and contract types, including management of the NG AP plant, automotive airbag testing and evaluation, production of stealth coatings and inks, support of internal IRAD projects, and management of solid rocket motor/energetic materials contracted technology and contracted research and development in support of the US Government and government partners. The PM is responsible for leading a cross-functional team to deliver expected technical, financial, and schedule performance associated with technically challenging programs.  PM will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with customers, prime contractors, industry partners, and suppliers. The position is fast paced with multiple projects running and managed in parallel.  This area of responsibility also includes opportunities for interacting with Propulsion Systems leadership in support of individual growth.  This position is an ideal opportunity for a self-motivated individual who wants to leverage their strong technical base and enhance business and leadership understanding.  Individual will be involved in a growth organization that is building the future for this business unit and NGC as a whole.

Job Duties

• Plan, propose and execute on discretionary and funded programs.  Manage all elements including cost, schedule, scope, quality, and technical progress. 

• Market NGSS technical capabilities both internally and externally.  Translate difficult to understand technical achievements into business plans.

• Grow NGSS organic capabilities into new products.

• Interface, communicate and collaborate with all NGSS, PS, functional organizations and leadership as needed to execute on programs. 

• Provide overall leadership and ownership for program success. 

• Establish working relationships with external customers communicating marketing, proposal, and program information.

• Manage proposal preparation (to ensure it meets NGSS business strategy, is compliant, responds to customer needs, and provides a proper base for successful negotiations and program performance) and submission.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements: 

• Candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of aerospace/defense technical experience, knowledge of business development, with 3 years program/project management experience strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of leadership and customers.

• Ability to travel up to 15% of time

• Must possess or be able to qualify for DoD SECRET level security clearance.

• Prior experience working with a diverse team to accomplish program goals.

• Earned Value Management certification and/or Cost Account Manager experience.

Experience Preferred: 

• Expertise in solid rocket motor design and energetic materials, along with a working knowledge of safety and environmental requirements associated with rocket motor manufacturing.  Role requires interface with technical personnel internally and externally and working with Safety, Finance, Contracts, and Supply Chain Management organizations to effectively execute programs.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong technical background in solid rocket motor or related energetic materials technology.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

• Familiarity with business tools and processes used at NGSS

• Familiarity with various contract types, including FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Detail oriented but able to understand the big picture.

Education/Certifications

• Minimum B.S. degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics, or related field required, advanced degree or experience preferred.

Salary Range: $131,200.00 - $196,800.00

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.