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Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP), California, MO, USA

Pay: $193,000-$289,600/yr

Job type: Contract


Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required: Yes, type Secret. Travel required: Yes, 25% of the time.

Description
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a

Manager, Programs 3

to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Autonomous Systems Program Office, supporting the Triton production organization. This leadership role will be based in our

Rancho Bernardo, CA

office.

Responsibilities

Management of program cost, schedule, performance, quality, and suppliers

Ensuring all contractual technical requirements are met

Coordinating the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract

Ensuring program and procedural requirements are met in a timely and profitable manner, and within client satisfaction goals and objectives

Building a collective understanding of program risks, issues, and opportunities and shaping collaborative solutions to maximize the performance of the organization

Providing leadership, management, guidance and oversight for matrixed personnel

Participating in negotiating contracts and contract changes

Preparing and delivering presentations at program reviews with both internal and external customers

Maintaining excellent communication skills while flowing information both up and out to leadership and down and in to the program

Developing metrics for monitoring the health of project progress and for intervention and problem solving with Senior IPT Leadership, Sub IPT Leads and Functional Homerooms

Leading teams in execution of the program by providing clear assignments and direction, maintaining close communication, and getting the team the support needed to succeed

Resolving issues in accordance with business objectives, strategies, legal requirements, regulations, contract terms, and company policies

Providing strategic vision for future program direction and growth

Managing across program areas and respective program managers within the Triton Enterprise

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors 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, manufacturing, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions.

Must have an active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation).

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance level.

Must be willing and able to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

Program Management experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry

Experience managing engineering teams or production operation teams

Experience interfacing and managing suppliers

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing environments, while maintaining consistently high customer relations, service and engagement.

Strong written, verbal and presentation skills

The ability to apply knowledge, insights and understanding of business and financial concepts, tools and processes to the benefit of program decisions, actions, and performance

The ability to identify and address program impacts through a systematic, proactive approach to issue and problem resolution that identifies, communicates, monitors, and promptly resolves conflicts

The ability to address program uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling plans, and manages, controls, and communicates risks and opportunities

Primary Level Salary Range: $193,000.00 - $289,600.00

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.

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 Northrop Grumman website for more information. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Program Management

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