Program Manager 1 - ART Jobs

Manager, Programs Level 1RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription 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's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Manager, Programs Level 1 to support the Advancement and Rapid Throughput (ART) Operating Unit program in Gilbert, AZ. The primary objective will be the delivery of all Ground Support Equipment on cost and on schedule, and managing several critical suppliers. The position is 100% on-site. This role as Program Manager 1 will assist the Program Manager in managing the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and key suppliers of an existing program. The PM1 is a key member of the Program Management Office, which is responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical execution of the program throughout all phases. Program Managers are responsible for assisting in the leadership/support of all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to:Supports cost and schedule oversight of suppliers and internal partnersIdentifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specificationsManaging Capital budgets and reporting on cost and schedule progressEnsuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activitiesMeasuring and reporting program performanceDelivering presentations to executive management and other program stakeholdersProviding input to the Program Manager regarding the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditionsOverseeing identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirementsWorking with the Program Manager and Business Management team on development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) cost & schedule control methodologies and toolsIdentifying, allocating, and managing program resources, including workforce planningEnsuring program adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standardsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 5 years experience, or a Master's degree and 3 years' experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries2 years' experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team, or cost account manager2 years of demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goalAbility to travel up to 10% of the timeActive Top Secret Clearance required at the time of applicationUS Citizenship is requiredPreferred Qualifications:2 years of external and/or internal supplier management experienceBachelor's degree in a STEM discipline#AZSpace #SPProgMgmt Primary Level Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00 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.