RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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, Space Systems, is seeking a Program Manager 1 to join our Navy D5 Production team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Bacchus (Magna) UT.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the aerospace and defense industry.

Role Description and Responsibilities:

The Program Manager is responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of the D5 Production team. Emphasis is placed on working closely across all functions to deliver on-time, on-cost and with high technical quality.

Program Execution

Plan and execute the program successfully by managing priorities to achieve schedule, quality, and cost.

Continuously drive for results and challenge the status quo to meet customer needs.

Have proven ability to influence others positively.

Work successfully with cross-functional team to deliver high quality product.

Program Team Management

Coordinate the performance of program functions (such as supply chain, contracts, finance, and operations).

Ability to provide verbal and written information clearly, succinctly, and persuasively.

Position program and team for long term success on subsequent contracts.

Identify and assess risk with appropriate mitigating actions.

Schedule Management

Establish plans and schedules in alignment with contract objectives.

Ensure that the programs/projects are on schedule to the program milestones.

Financial Performance

Manage performance through EVM.

Present status and overall performance to internal customers.

Forecast financial performance and staffing needs.

Technical Performance

Guide and provide feedback on processes, materials, tooling, facilities and suppliers based on lessons learned.

Drive technical excellence by setting program standards, working closely with technical team, balancing risk, and delivering performance.

Clearly communicate difficult technical challenges/issues to customers and management.

Business Development

Support advocacy initiatives to promote additional pursuits.

Aid in proposal preparation for subsequent program contracts.

Basic Qualifications:  

Minimum of a BS in classical Engineering disciple or related closely field required

BS degree with 5 years’ experience, or MS degree with 3 years’ experience or 0 years with a Ph.D.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to obtain secret clearance

Bachelor’s degree in applicable Engineering or Business field

Preferred Qualifications:

A thorough knowledge of solid rocket motor materials, processes, manufacturing, key suppliers, tooling, testing, facilities, lessons learned, etc.

Relevant experience at various levels of responsibility within a matrix organization

Experience as CAM and/or past profit/loss accountability

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA)

Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts 

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00

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.