Manager Programs 3 - Propulsion System SMT Lead
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Location: Melbourne, FL 32935
Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening in the Apex Division for a Program Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals driving high quality program execution through their direct support and performance as a leader of the Air Vehicle team. The successful candidate will lead a Propulsion System Development Program within the Air Vehicle pillar and act as the Supplier Management Team (SMT) lead. The candidate's primary responsibilities will be managing execution of the program and supply chain efforts to ensure that contractual, technical, affordability, and schedule requirements are met. The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals. The candidate is expected to be a highly motivated, resourceful, self-starter able to work collaboratively with internal program teams, external customers and suppliers in high-tempo environments. They should be comfortable with applying analytical reasoning skills, managing change and impacts to change, identifying continuous improvement and efficiency opportunities and possess solid organizational abilities. The position will support strategy and execution for airframe manufacturing and work in close partnership with other program IPTs, engineering, supply chain, and key functional stakeholders. The successful candidate will ensure vertical and horizontal integration across engineering and the IPT to optimize the performance of the team and drive execution.
This role is located in Melbourne, FL. Due to the nature of the role, an on-site presence is required and cannot be performed remotely.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
"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."
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00
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.
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening in the Apex Division for a Program Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals driving high quality program execution through their direct support and performance as a leader of the Air Vehicle team. The successful candidate will lead a Propulsion System Development Program within the Air Vehicle pillar and act as the Supplier Management Team (SMT) lead. The candidate's primary responsibilities will be managing execution of the program and supply chain efforts to ensure that contractual, technical, affordability, and schedule requirements are met. The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals. The candidate is expected to be a highly motivated, resourceful, self-starter able to work collaboratively with internal program teams, external customers and suppliers in high-tempo environments. They should be comfortable with applying analytical reasoning skills, managing change and impacts to change, identifying continuous improvement and efficiency opportunities and possess solid organizational abilities. The position will support strategy and execution for airframe manufacturing and work in close partnership with other program IPTs, engineering, supply chain, and key functional stakeholders. The successful candidate will ensure vertical and horizontal integration across engineering and the IPT to optimize the performance of the team and drive execution.
This role is located in Melbourne, FL. Due to the nature of the role, an on-site presence is required and cannot be performed remotely.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Leadership of Supplier Management Team (SMT) strategy, development of procurement packages, negotiation, and execution of supplier procurement contracts.
- Develop sound stakeholder relationships and build a culture of reliable high performance within the team.
- Execute the Propulsion System Development Section 30 IPT statement of work consistent within established budgets, schedule, and cost performance measures allocated to the SMT to achieve the program objectives to include coordinating across all functional disciplines.
- Responsible for cost, schedule, technical, and risk management of AVS Section 30 Airframe SMT with a focus on program planning, Earned Value Management, Risk, Opportunity, and Affordability Management.
- Develop and ensure adherence to budget baselines including conduct of Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies and tools, when required
- Establish milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications
"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."
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in STEM and 8 years (or Master's degree and 6 years) experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries
- 4 years in related program management experience including a background in project management, program management, capture efforts, and/or business management.
- Prior experience supporting SMTs on Propulsion System Development projects or programs
- Prior CAM and Earned Value Management experience
- Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret Clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Prior program management experience with programs valued at greater than $200M
- Prior experience managing NAVAIR contracts
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Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00
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.