Manager Programs 2

Northrop Grumman; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Manager 2 for our Salt Lake City, UT location. This role leads cost, schedule, and performance across assigned programs within the Navigation and Lifecycle Operating Unit.

The PM will serve as the primary customer contact, manage an integrated product team, and oversee contract changes and budgets. The position requires strong leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to ethics and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related professional and/or military experience, or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of related professional and/or military experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and/or cross-functional organizations, including responsibility for coordinating work and achieving defined program or project objectives.
• Demonstrated experience leading program or project execution with responsibility for schedule, cost, technical requirements, milestones, and/or deliverables.
• Experience using SAP or a comparable enterprise resource planning system in support of manufacturing, production, supply chain, and/or program execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage program cost, schedule, performance, and quality in all aspects of the programs assigned.
• Act as primary customer contact and monitor program activities, including cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Provide leadership, management, guidance, and oversight for personnel and IPTs.
• Coordinate preparation of proposals, business plans, budgets, and contract terms.
• Prepare presentations and conduct program reviews with internal and external customers.
• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cross-functional coordination

Program management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector has an opening for a Program Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Navigation and Lifecycle Operating Unit onsite in Salt Lake City, UT. The Program Manager must be willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time based on business needs.What You’ll Get To Do:The Program Manager will be responsible for program cost, schedule, performance, and quality in all aspects of managing the individual programs assigned.Acts as primary customer contact and monitors program activities, including cost, schedule, and technical performance. Cultivating customer relationships to develop further opportunitiesProvides leadership, management, guidance, and oversight for personnelParticipates in the negotiation of contracts and contract changesEstablish plans and schedules in alignment with contract objectivesEnsure that the programs/projects are on schedule to the program milestonesManage IRAD projects in parallel with customer contractsIdentifies program problems and obtains solutions, allocates resources, and recommends changes/updates to contractual requirements leading a multi-disciplined IPTCoordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of the contractPrepares presentations and presents program reviews with both internal and external customersEstablishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.Resolves issues in accordance with business objectives, strategies, legal requirements, regulations, contract terms, and company policiesLeads the team in the execution of the program by providing clear assignments and direction, maintaining close communication, and getting the team the support needed to perform with successEnsuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activitiesDevelopment and adherence to master plans and schedulesAs a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related professional and/or military experience, or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of related professional and/or military experience, including experience in project or program management. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.Demonstrated experience leading teams and/or cross-functional organizations, including responsibility for coordinating work and achieving defined program or project objectives.Demonstrated experience leading program or project execution with responsibility for schedule, cost, technical requirements, milestones, and/or deliverables, as a Project Lead, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead/member, Cost Account Manager (CAM), or comparable role.Demonstrated experience analyzing program, technical, manufacturing, or business issues and developing recommendations or corrective actions.Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project to support program planning, analysis, scheduling, reporting, and/or presentations.Experience using SAP or a comparable enterprise resource planning system in support of manufacturing, production, supply chain, and/or program execution.Preferred Qualifications:undefinedExperience working in a matrixed organization with responsibility for coordinating activities across multiple functional organizations.Experience serving as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) and/or having responsibility for program profit and loss (P&L), budgets, or financial performance.Experience applying cost and schedule control processes, including Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) management and Earned Value Management (EVM).Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project/program management certification.Experience working within Northrop Grumman processes, procedures, and organizational structures.Experience applying Risk and Opportunity Management processes, including identification, assessment, mitigation, tracking, and/or opportunity realization.Experience using Tableau or comparable data visualization and reporting tools.Experience managing development and/or product lifecycle programs.What We Can Offer YouNorthrop 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: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00The 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.