Manager Programs 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 50% 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 Mission Systems sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 2 to support the Marine Systems business unit. This position is remote with up to 50% onsite. * Program Manager for Sunnyvale CA Aftermarket - Marine Logistics Support * This is a remote position with the requirement that the candidate be able to spend up to 50% of time onsite in Sunnyvale * Strong knowledge of Marine propulsion products required (Turbines, Reduction Gears, Generators, Auxiliary equipment) * Experience with field service engineering and aftermarket mechanical and electrical sustainment required * Experience with a technical production environment and manufacturing engineering required * Experience in developing and administering training programs in order to foster growth within the Program Program Managers are responsible for leading all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to: * Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community * Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans * Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations * Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives * Measuring and reporting program performance * Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders * Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions * Developing training content and training plans for new engineers and mechanics to ensure they possess the requisite skills and knowledge to support field work activities * Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work * Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements * Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines * Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools * Identifying, allocating, and managing program resources, including workforce planning * Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.) * Managing suppliers to meet program objectives * Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards * Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities * Development and adherence to master plans and schedules * Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization. Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years, or Master’s and 6 years’ experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries * Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team, or cost account manager * Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal * Must able to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret Clearance * Experience developing and training personnel and/or training programs Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with the U.S. Navy #MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00 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.

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