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Sentinel - Supplier Scheduling Manager 1 (11650-1)

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Northrop Grumman

Sentinel - Supplier Scheduling Manager 1 (11650-1)

Roy, UT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

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The Sentinel program within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Supplier Scheduling Manager 1. This position will be located in Roy, UT. This is an on-site position with occasional travel requirements for supplier schedule reviews.
The Sentinel Supplier Scheduling Manager will have accountability for developing, maintaining, implementing and continuously improving EVMS compliant supplier scheduling processes across all major supplier operations to include MS Project Server and Oracle Primavera P6 environments and all program phases from early investment through sustainment and deactivation. They will also be responsible for overseeing a team of scheduling analysts including but not limited to training development, proposal and strategy support, and specific MS Project / Primavera interfaces in support of monthly deliverable (IPMDAR) generation. Additionally, the Scheduling Manager will be responsible for ensuring the scheduling implementation meets the reporting requirements along with providing analysis on metrics to provide insight into process excellence and continual improvement. Will provide day to day support to the team with guidance, troubleshooting, and satisfying programmatic requirements. Will manage multiple priorities and set expectations with the team. The Scheduling Manager will advise segment and program business managers on integrating project schedules with Earned Value Management and support internal and external reviews and audits.
Roles and Responsibilities

Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives.

Ensures major projects and program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality.

Tracks plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts.

Utilizes Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.

Review, provide feedback, and approve supplier scheduling team EVCRs to ensure compliance to EVMS standards.

Manage supplier scheduling forecast update process including generation of MPE impact assessments

Generate Accumen reporting for supplier schedule health and issue supplier IPMDAR feedback to the suppliers.

Basic Qualifications

Requires an Associate's degree and 5 years of related experience; a Bachelor's degree and 3 years; or a HS Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Requires 1 year experience leading projects or cross-functional teams
Requires experience in Program Planning and with Scheduling tools
Requires experience using Microsoft office suite, such as Excel, Word, and Power Point
Requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret or Top Secret Clearance as well as Program Special access (SAP) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Preferred Qualifications

MBA
Experience with program planning tools - Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Open Plan, Acumen Suite
Earned Value proficiency including EIA-748 standard and working on EV compliant projects
Experience with earned value tools such as Cobra
Prior people management experience - including hiring, developing and retaining a high performing team
Previous Aerospace/Defense industry experience related to program planning and control
Experience with Work Breakdown Structures and MIL-STD-881
Experience supporting/coordinating internal and external surveillance audits including integrated baseline reviews
Familiarity with the NDIA's Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide
Familiarity with Integrated Program Management Data Analysis Report (IPMDAR).
Experience with proposal activities including bids, bid reviews, and internal projects
Experience with Schedule and Risk integration - including SRAs
Excellent communications skills and ability to solve difficult problems and make appropriate decisions
Ability to work independently and set clear objectives in a dynamic team environment
Position Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80A. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
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Salary Range: $101,900.00 - $152,900.00The 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): Roy, UT, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10194669
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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