Program Manager 1 - NGI LM
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.An organization within Northrop Grumman's Launch and Exploration division, the Targets and Interceptors Operating Unit is seeking an experienced Program Manager 1 in Chandler, AZ.
This position is 100% on-site.
Overview
The Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) Stage 1 Thrust Vector Control System (TVCS) Program Manager 1 will serve as a member of the NGI LM program offices and, under direction of the Program Manager 3, will facilitate program execution activities and direct all phases of programs from inception through completion (product research, development, and integration and test). They are responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of programs.
Role and Responsibilities:
Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes, as well as coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.
Act as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
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Support new business development efforts
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
Focal for facilitating and coordinating program briefings. This includes high-visibility communications with internal customers (Launch Systems Business management) as well as external customers (Lockheed Martin)
NGI LM program office lead in one or more key areas including configuration control, hardware deliveries, business development capture, ROM and proposal development.
Collect and organize program office action items and deliverables. Facilitate driving these to timely closure per program schedule needs
Oversee and manage program personnel onboarding
Identification, development and implementation of tools and processes that streamline program activities
Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives
Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing program office projects
Interface across program office, engineering, and operations NG internal teams
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of Program or Project Management experience or similar (IPT Lead, Systems Engineering); OR 3 years' experience with a Master's degree
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and/or customers
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
Experience presenting to senior leadership and customer community
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in launch vehicle development and delivery
Control Account Manager (CAM) experience
Active DoD Secret clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00The 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.
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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