Project Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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 is seeking a Project Manager to join the Intellectual Property, Technology, & Information Law team within its Law Department, working from the company's Northern Virginia location. The project manager will report to the Corporate Director and serve as a key partner for managing the department's operations.
The project manager's responsibilities may include, among other things:

Managing team tools, databases, budget, and resources
Collaborating with team leaders on team meetings and communications
Leading/supporting preparation of team reports, presentations, and metrics
Supporting enhancement of IP management software tools, including developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and training materials for users
Collaborating with attorneys to maintain company policies, forms, and other governance materials
Collaborating with attorneys to manage team training content
Collaborating with team members on company IP initiatives
Continuously seeking to optimize processes and find efficiencies to enhance team productivity and ability to deliver value at pace
To succeed in the role, a candidate must:

Proactively identify and solve problems independently
Manage competing priorities to complete work reliably in a fast-paced environment
Act with speed and resourcefulness
Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Work comfortably with technology
Consistently show strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR Masters Degree and 3 years of relevant experience
Expertise in Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), SharePoint (or equivalent), and document review platforms
Experience using complex electronic databases, such as budget analysis and billing systems (e.g., Serengeti Legal Tracker or equivalent)
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to express complex ideas clearly to various audiences across a large organization and with government agencies
Ability to execute tasks and projects independently
Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective, collaborative relationships with others
US citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with IP procedures, IP management software, and IP licensing practices
Exposure to database administration, including data migration and upgrade activities
Exposure to working on a project management team, including project planning, scheduling and execution
Familiarity with USPTO procedures
Bachelor's Degree
* At least 4 years of experience (law firm or corporate legal department) specializing in intellectual property
Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The 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.