Program Manager 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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 Aeronautics Sector (NGAS) is seeking a Program Manager 2 of Commercial and Engine Programs. This program manager position will have direct profit and loss (P&L) responsibility on the Airbus A350 program supporting domestic and international customers external to NG. The position will be the lead customer interface and will leverage relationships to capture follow-on and new business opportunities aligned with the company’s strategy. The position will be based in Clearfield, Utah.

Role Description and Responsibilities:

• Excellent leadership skills aligned with the company’s values.

• Integral part of manufacturing site matrix leadership team.

• Demonstrates and drives the importance of a strong culture of accountability, excellence, employee engagement, and belonging.

• Leads program strategy development that integrates with the overall business and strategies of NGAS and the OU and establishes goals and plans to meet that strategy, including developing strategies to capture follow-on and new business opportunities with the customer.

• Develops and participates in the annual long-range strategic planning process (LRSP).

• Execute program successfully by managing safety, quality, schedule, delivery, and cost (P&L responsibility) for fixed price contracts.

• Leads program risk, issue, and opportunity (RIO) board to identify program RIO’s and accurately estimate and capture potential financial impacts.

• Participate in weekly customer telecoms and leads quarterly customer in-person and virtual meetings to review program performance and customer needs.

• Directs internal production schedule and supply chain strategy by understanding customer demand and contract terms and conditions.

• Manage program contract negotiations, endorse final price and contract terms and resolve contract issues.

• Drive technical excellence by setting program standards, enabling cross-functional support and reach across multiple NG sectors and divisions, effectively managing risk and opportunities, and delivering performance.

• Oversee the continued execution of established program plan.

• Service the customer by executing the program and resolving issues in accordance with business objectives, strategy, legal requirements, regulations, contract terms, and company policies.

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the internal functional team that include resolving conflict, reviewing performance, and initiating process improvement and corrective actions when necessary.

• Ensure strategic teaming and positioning with key suppliers and subcontractors.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 10 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 9 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Master’s degree and 8 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 7 years) of related experience as defined below:

• Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions.

• A thorough knowledge of program management for production and sustainment programs.

• Experience managing major programs more than $25M sales annually.

• Experience with Firm Fixed Price and cost type contracts.

• An understanding of business and strategy development.

• Knowledge of business systems, including Earned Value Management, Risk and Opportunity Management, and contract management.

• Demonstrated ability to provide verbal and written information clearly, succinctly, and persuasively.

• Experience working with prime contractor procurement leadership.

• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. Government Secret Clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, engineering, or other relevant business experience (Leadership, Finance, etc.).

• Experience working with international customers.

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

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 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Program Management