Manager of Programs 2

Program Manager 2

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 is seeking a Program Manager 2 candidate. This role will be responsible for leading all phases of multiple internal corporate level projects from inception through completion. You will be responsible for operating in a team environment with multiple business management functions at the corporate office and collaborating with CIDO. This role will also be a key contributor to Northrop Grumman's digital transformation efforts. This position will be located in Falls Church, VA, with possible teleworking options. This position will report to the Corporate Director of Business Management.
Position Summary / Responsibilities
Provide project management oversight of various internal projects to ensure successful completion of tasks, milestones and final delivery or completion of projects.
Support project plan development to ensure projects meet the overall objectives and deliver on business value.
Leading and directing across teams, stakeholders, functions, development teams and end users (as pertains to applications), ensuring tasks are completed on time and on schedule.
Measure and report on project performance and resource availability.
Conduct thorough risk and opportunity management including mitigation and realization.
Deliver presentations to stakeholders and executive management.
Examine tasking to ensure efficient project workflows are in place, resolve issues timely and ensure the project moves with speed.
Key Characteristics Required for Success:
Candidates will need to effectively communicate throughout various levels of the organization and experience directly interfacing with senior leadership.
Ability to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts in a team environment.
Proactive identification, root-cause analysis skills and communication of issues that may impede an initiative.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required, plus a minimum of 8 years of experience in program management, technical project management and/or business management projects or an MS Degree and 6 years of experience in program management, technical project management and/or business management projects.
Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule and achieving all requirements.
Proficient computer skills with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and integrated master schedules (MS Project) and TRIO.
Experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve a single objective.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and knowledge in financial acumen, financial applications and tool development.
Experience and knowledge in SAP S4.
Exceptional people skills and ability to influence decision making at all levels of the organization.
Excellent strategic thinking demonstrated consultative skills working in a dynamic and matrix environment.