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Manager Programs 3 - Communications Portfolio Lead

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Northrop Grumman

Manager Programs 3 - Communications Portfolio Lead

Melbourne, FL

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.

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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (AS) sector is currently hiring a Communications and Identification Portfolio Program Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will be responsible for delivering an integrated Communications Subsystem comprised of supplier developmental items, non-developmental items, and NGAS engineering. This opportunity is based in Melbourne, FL. *
This is a leadership position with daily executive interactions, and the selected candidate will display consistent impeccable judgment and embody Northrop Grumman leadership behaviors. The selected candidate should thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels, including executive leadership.
Key Responsibilities include: *

Positively lead, inspire, and motivate a team to execute to plan
Effectively coordinate across multiple program IPTs to manage change and configuration of requirements
Customer communication and collaboration to drive mutual goals and shared success
Lead a team of technical team members to deliver integrated technical capabilities
Leadership of a team of direct reports where you will define goals, develop the team, and ensure the team is continuously performing and growing into expanded roles.
Effectively prioritize in a dynamic environment to meet evolving and emerging requirements
Manage team to baseline schedule, technical, and cost allocations
Actively manage Risk, Issues & Opportunities to ensure program execution success
Partner with functional disciplines to define and integrate expertise into the team
Be a digital advocate, applying new tools and functionality to drive execution efficiencies
Define, negotiate, monitor & track performance of suppliers; manage change, and ensure performance to plan
Perform earned value (EV) management of labor and material control accounts
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's degree and 8 years of related experience as defined below, OR a Master's degree and 6 years of related experience as defined below
Related experience includes a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions
Experience managing one or more suppliers and associated Supplier Management Teams(s) (SMT)
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:

STEM Degree
Active DoD Top Secret clearance
Prior roles executing on digital programs leading to an understanding of how digital ecosystems function, integrate data and deliver execution efficiencies
Developing aerospace communications and identification solutions and managing the associated certification and accreditation process.
Leading a team in a matrixed environment to achieve program goals
Integrating multiple components and capabilities into a subsystem
Control Account Manager (CAM)
Managing multiple suppliers and associated Supplier Management Teams (SMTs)
* Program management on Agile programs applying incremental planning and delivering programs on schedule
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Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Melbourne, FL, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10193646
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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