Requisition ID: R10169277- Category: Program Management
- Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
- Clearance Type: SCI
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space work connects and protects millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! This position will be based in Linthicum, Maryland. Hybrid and remote work is not available.
The selected candidate will lead and manage the assembly, integration, and testing at the MSAT and SAF3 facilities. This position will report to the AI&T PM for the program and be responsible for:
Own cost and schedule deliverables for program Payload build and test deliverables.
Leading and directing a team of OPMs, Engineers, and SMSs to meet cost and schedule goals
Coordination of staffing needs including staffing shift work
Standardization of Payload AI&T training & practices
Developing and adhering to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) on a recurring basis
Maintaining and adhering to executable Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
Continuous Improvement of test and assembly processes and procedures
Maintenance of tiered escalation meetings
Prioritization of program specific SQDCM and PCAB activities
Interface with NHA operations with respect to delivery scheduling
Coordination of Payload Test Failure Investigations with Engineering & Test Teams
Coordinating Risk and Opportunity execution for the Production Program
Strategizing Long-Term production improvements which enable new opportunities on existing and follow-on contracts
Developing and delivering presentations to customers, executive management, and other program stakeholders
Coordinating Change Control Board Activities internally and with the Customer
Consistently making time to seek and incorporate input from customers and understanding their expectations. Demonstrating commitment and energy to meet customer needs (Internally and Externally).
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 7 years or Masters and 5 years experience supporting
Government contracts and/or project management in other industries
Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager
Demonstrated success leading teams and/or organizations to achieve a common goal
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI approval/access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active/Current DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and SCI approval/access
Proven experience with Assembly, Integration and Test.
The ability to apply knowledge, insights and understanding of business and financial concepts, tools and processes to the benefit of program decisions, actions, and performance.
The ability to identify and address program impacts through a systematic, proactive, approach to issue and problem resolution that identifies, communicates, monitors, and promptly resolves conflicts across all levels of the program.
The ability to recognize and respond to customer needs to develop additional sales that support organizational objectives.
The ability to address program uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward-looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling plans, and manages, controls, and communicates risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle of the program.
Demonstrated expertise in Passive RF technology development.
Salary Range: $145,000 - $217,400
The 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
