Operations Project Manager 2/3 - TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Satellite Systems)
CO Salary Range: USD 67,000.00 - 90,800.00 per year
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: 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.This position is for a full-time role in Colorado Springs, CO (100% on site).
Responsibilities:
Calendar management (coordinate/sync unclassified and classified calendars)
Help coordinate/prepare briefing packages
Coordinate with Program Management team to meet contractual requirements on cost and on schedule
Accountable for problem report tracking and closure for the operations IPT
Provide status reporting through both the functional and program reporting branches.
Develop mechanisms for monitoring and reporting project progress and for intervention and problem solving with senior management and managers.
Evaluate and report health metrics for the IPT.
Maintain in-person presence to support ad-hoc requests from team members
Demonstrate dependability, accuracy, efficiency, and punctuality
Desire to work in a fast paced, changing, and diverse environment
Measure and report program performance metrics utilizing Confluence, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Project, JIRA, etc.
Provide mission operations support to the multiple NSS Satellite programs.
Provide mission operations support to Satellite programs including becoming obtaining & maintaining Flight Controller certification
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Maintain standards associated with the established Integrated/Developmental Operations functional group processes.
May require travel ~ 10% of the time for support of customer or backup mission operations center.
This position can be hired as a level 2 or level 3 depending on experience and qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
Minimum of 2 years (level 2) or 5 years (level 3) of relevant experience
U.S. citizen
Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI required at time of application
Ability to work within a group of diversified individuals with varying backgrounds to achieve mission success
Outstanding verbal and written communications skills, including ability to make persuasive presentations to external customers at milestone review
Willingness and ability to support a 24/7 environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience conducting on-orbit mission operations and resolving satellite and ground system anomalies highly preferred
Experience writing technical documents for external customers
Leadership experience within a diverse team of engineers/operators
Experience working on government systems and/or government process environment
Primary Level Salary Range: $67,000.00 - $90,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $82,000.00 - $114,000.00The 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.
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
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