Manager Programs 3

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

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 Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Program Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals and lead the Mission Systems (MS) Integrated Product Team (IPT) for the RQ-4 Enterprise. This position will be located in San Diego, CA.

The MS IPT Lead will provide day-to-day leadership and technical/programmatic oversight for the Mission Systems IPT supporting multiple efforts across the RQ-4 Enterprise. This IPT is responsible for Mission Systems products and services including ground segments, payloads, communications subsystems, and networks.

The MS IPT Lead will interface with Customer Program Offices, Program Leadership, Business Operations, Program Integration, and the Avionics Engineering Integration & Execution (EI&E) and Center of Technical Excellence (CoTE) organizations to shape future requirements and ensure contracted Mission Systems scope defined by applicable Statements of Work (SOWs) is achieved within budget, schedule, technical, and closure criteria.

This individual will lead a large team including both internal and external teammates and suppliers to ensure overall Mission Systems program objectives are achieved.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership for the RQ-4 Mission Systems IPT, including definition and communication of technical vision, strategy, and performance objectivesLead a diverse team of engineers, planners, and program staff responsible for ground segments, payloads, communications subsystems, and networks across the RQ-4 EnterpriseOwn cost, schedule, and technical execution for assigned Mission Systems scope across multiple contracts and internal projects, including development and maintenance of detailed IPT master schedules, budgets, and resource plansPartner closely with Systems Engineering and Product Support teams to ensure integrated Mission Systems solutions that meet performance, safety, security, and sustainment requirementsOversee issue and risk management for Mission Systems: identify, assess, and mitigate risks; develop and track closure plans; maintain risk and issue registers; and report status to Program Management and leadershipSupport proposal development activities, including Mission Systems SOW development, Basis of Estimate (BOE) creation, and negotiations for new and follow-on workMaintain Mission Systems performance metrics and report technical and programmatic status to Program Management and customersOversee Mission Systems change management, including preparation of materials and input to Technical Review Boards, Configuration Control Boards, and Joint CCBs, and review of Mission Systems content in change packagesCoordinate with the Avionics EI&E on staffing plans, assignments, and employee skill development to meet Mission Systems needs across the RQ-4 EnterpriseFoster effective coordination with customers, suppliers, senior leadership, and cross-functional partners; facilitate clear communication and timely decision-making 

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of related professional and/or military experience; or Master’s degree and 7 years of related professional and/or military experienceRelated experience includes program management and/or mission systems / avionics / C4ISR / software-enabled systems development, integration, test, or sustainmentProven leadership of engineering cross-functional teams within an IPT environmentPrior experience with program execution including cost, schedule, risk, and performance accountability for technical scopeStrong background in customer engagement, proposal development, and contract executionDemonstrated experience managing complex responsibilities with multiple stakeholders (internal and external)Familiarity with government/military contracts, acquisition processes, and sustainment requirementsActive Us Government Secret Clearance (or higher)Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Top Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet business needs, and ability to be granted and maintain special program access as requiredAbility and willingness to travel up to 25% of the timeMust be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport 

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in a STEM discipline, or Master’s degree in Business AdministrationActive TS/SCI/SAP ClearanceExperience with UAV mission systems subsystems (ground segments, payloads, communications, and networks) and related integration, test, and sustainment activitiesExperience leading Mission Systems efforts across multiple phases of the program lifecycle within a complex aerospace or defense environmentPrevious experience working with U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and International customersExperience with Earned Value Management, including assessing EV progress and forecasting Estimates at CompletionExperience with SOW development, BOE creation, and negotiationsFive or more years of experience managing complex cost accountsDeep understanding of Mission Systems-related elements such as payload architecture, communications and networking, mission-system software, integration laboratories, Modeling & Simulation, and Mission Systems support to fleet operationsStrong interpersonal skills to build relationships across engineering, supply chain, business management, product support, and program management, as well as with executive leadership and customer stakeholdersExceptional communication skills – able to brief program leadership, engage customers, and translate technical content to stakeholders at all levelsDemonstrated ability to delegate effectively while maintaining accountability for overall IPT successStrategic thinker with ability to align Mission Systems IPT objectives with program and functional goals, and a proven record of developing and implementing action plans to improve strategic growth using continuous improvement techniques across a large organization

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.

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.