RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
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’s Mission Systems (NGMS) sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 2, to support the Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD) organization. The primary objective of this position will be the leadership of Research and Development programs to satisfy all contractual requirements, on cost and on schedule, while delivering a product that meets customer expectations. This position is located onsite in Linthicum, MD.
What You'll Get to Do:
The selected candidate will lead a cross-functional program team aligned to common performance goals, with a focus on developing multi-function capabilities. Typical program duties encompass all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, demonstrations and completion. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program.
- Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning
- Measuring and reporting program performance.
- Interfacing with internal and external customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
- Developing and delivering presentations to customers, executive management, and other stakeholders.
- Identifying new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, cultivating customer relationships, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans.
- Managing customer and/or capital property
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or a related STEM discipline with 8 years of professional experience supporting U.S. Government proposals, contracts, and/or project management; OR a Master’s degree I a related STEM discipline with 6 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience supporting RF microelectronics, advanced packaging, or related technologies, including one of more of the following: MMICs, CCAs, MCMs, hybrid microelectronics, or similar electronic systems.
- Demonstrated experience serving as a project lead, IPT lead, CAM, technical lead, or program lead responsible for delivering program tasks, milestones, or contract deliverables.
- Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, tracking milestones, and executing tasks in accordance with approved program schedules.
- US Citizenship required.
- Active U.S. Government Secret clearance required to be considered and the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance after being hired.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager or Technical Lead on Research and Development (R&D) programs.
- Minimum of 2 years supporting the development, integration, testing, or production of sensor systems for Electronic Warfare (EW) applications, radar, RF, SIGINT, or related mission systems.
- Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating activities across geographically dispersed teams. Including collaboration with personnel located at multiple sites, customer locations, or remote work environments.
**What We Can Offer You **
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00
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.
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.