Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems is seeking a Manager Programs 1 to support the SIGINT Technology Center onsite in Chantilly, VA. The role leads a cross-functional team to deliver on schedule, manage cost and drive growth opportunities with DoD/IC customers.

You will oversee budgets with EVM practices, manage contract scope and changes, and build strong customer relationships to win additional opportunities while coordinating proposals and subcontract activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant program management experience supporting U.S. Government contracts or programs.
• Experience leading contracts valued at over $5M annually with cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.
• Direct DoD/IC program contracts or customer experience.
• Ability to analyze performance data, define workflows and metrics for program control.
• U.S. citizenship required and Top Secret/SCI clearance to start.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical and contractual requirements on schedule and under cost.
• Lead a cross-functional organization aligned to goals.
• Partner with Senior PMs to address customer needs and coordinate internal/external partners.
• Oversee budgets using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar methods.
• Ensure contract scope adherence and manage changes.
• Identify and mitigate risks and opportunities.
• Cultivate customer relationships to enable growth opportunities.
• Support development of proposals to drive awards and growth.
• Coordinate deliverables, invoices, spend plans, staffing, and procurement.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Earned Value Management

DoD/IC experience

Cost control

Risk management

Customer relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related STEM field

Master's degree in a related STEM field

Tools

MS Project

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems (NGMS)

sector is looking for a Manager Programs 1, to support the SIGINT Technology Center (STC) onsite in Chantilly, VA. The STC is where technology and teamwork come together to meet the unique needs of the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. The STC is comprised of multiple mission-focused programs with projects ranging from Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) SIGINT payload and data link development to OCONUS/CONUS mission/maintenance support. STC tasks include system design, engineering development, system integration, hands-on build and test, field operations and maintenance, training, and production.

What You’ll Get To Do

• The delivery of all technical and contractual requirements on schedule and under cost
• Leading a cross-functional organization aligned to Division and Business Unit goals
• Partner with the Senior Program Managers to establish and lead an organization that effectively addresses customer needs and incorporates internal and external partners
• Oversight of program budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Ensure program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through disciplined process
• Conduct thorough risk & opportunity oversight including identification and mitigation
• Cultivate customer relationships to support program execution and to develop further growth opportunities
• Support development of proposals to drive department awards and sales growth
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
• Coordinating program deliverables, invoice reviews and approvals, spend plan updates, staffing and resource needs, subcontract and procurement engagements, and data required for regular reviews in accordance with external program and internal organizational cadences
• Support program reviews and system test events
• Creating value through customer intimacy and development and execution of growth strategies

This position will require up to 25% travel.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electrical or Software Engineering) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers, or program management; OR a Master’s Degree in a related STEM field and field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electrical or Software Engineering) and 3 or more years of relevant work experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers, or program management. (An additional 4 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.).
• Experience leading the performance of contracts valued at over $5M annually, with a track record of meeting or exceeding cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.
• Direct experience supporting in the DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) programs, contracts, or customers.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze performance data, define workflows and metrics to aid in program control and process improvement.
• U.S. citizenship required
• Current/active Top Secret/SCI clearance required to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current PMP Certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) or equivalent cost and schedule control methodologies, including industry standard tools such as MS Project, etc.
• Experience in the Communications/Aerospace market with particular emphasis on managing SIGINT/EW systems development, production and/or Operations & Maintenance contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to customer needs in order to develop additional sales that support organizational objectives.
• Proposal Management experience with the ability to oversee and facilitate the proposal process.
• Ability to identify, select and manage subcontract and supply chain elements of program management.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,000.00 - $199,600.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.