Associate Project Management

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); California (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering organization as an Associate Project Manager, where you will oversee crucial projects that shape the future of aerospace technology. This role demands a blend of project management expertise and analytical skills to drive operational efficiency and support decision-making through data insights. Located at Edwards AFB, you will thrive in a dynamic environment, working alongside a diverse team committed to innovation and excellence. If you are ready to take on challenges and make a significant impact in the aerospace sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with 4 years of experience.
• Skilled in Microsoft Project, Excel, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage operational aspects of projects.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and data insights.

Skills

Project Management

Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Data Analysis

Cost/Benefit Analysis

Presentation Skills

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma with Experience

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID: R10180400

• Category: Program Management

• Location: Edwards AFB, California, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• 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 people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Associate Project Management professional to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This position will be located in Edwards AFB, CA.

As the selected candidate, you will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects, requiring advanced project management tasks from inception to close-out, and continuous management of the system for operational efficiency.

The selected candidate should have knowledge of the following:

• Earned Value Management System (EVMS), and Program Management processes and procedures

• Industry practices and standards

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives

• Translating complex business questions into actionable data insights and visualizations to support pivotal decision-making

This role is essential for ensuring the efficient and effective flow of products through our advanced flight test facilities. This position is 100% on-site at Edwards AFB, CA. Due to the dynamic environment of flight test, occasional overtime and off-shift work (nights/weekends) may be required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 0 years of project management or related industry experience OR a high school diploma and a minimum of 4 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

• Skilled in Microsoft Project (scheduling), Microsoft Excel (pivot tables), and Microsoft PowerPoint

• Proficiency with statistics, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, and visualization

• Experience working with cross-functional teams

• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• Aerospace manufacturing background

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS) concepts

• Control Account Management (CAM) experience

• SAP Experience

• Presentation skills & project execution

• Experience interfacing with multi-level employees and leadership

Salary Range: $61,200 - $91,800

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.

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