Manager Programs 2 United States-Maryland-Linthicum Program Management (P&L)

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager, Programs Level 2 in Linthicum, MD to lead advanced R&D programs within the Emerging Capabilities Development organization. You will oversee cost, schedule and technical performance across complex DoD initiatives and mentor a skilled S&T team from proposal through startup, execution and completion.

Responsibilities include coordinating with customers, suppliers and industry partners, delivering executive briefings, and pursuing new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related STEM with 8+ years experience.
• Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with DoD programs, proposals, or contracts.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams with cost, schedule, tech performance, risk, and deliverables.
• Experience preparing technical/programmatic briefings to senior leadership.
• U.S. citizenship and DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Experience applying EVMS and cost/schedule performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical S&T team focused on Advanced Sensor capabilities.
• Manage lifecycle from inception through startup, execution and completion.
• Oversee cost, schedule and technical performance of the program.
• Interface with customers, suppliers and industry partners.
• Develop and deliver presentations to executives and stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities through strategic planning and proposals.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Technical leadership

Proposal development

Customer interfacing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS/Math/Physics

Master’s degree in related STEM

Tools

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Job description

## Manager Programs 2United States-Maryland-LinthicumApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID: R10255286RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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’s Mission Systems (NGMS)** **Sector** is looking for a **Manager, Programs Level 2** to support the **Advanced Electronic Warfare Business Area** in the **Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD)** organization onsite at **Linthicum, MD**. The primary objective of this position will be the leadership of Research and Development programs to satisfy contractual requirements, on cost and on schedule, while delivering a products and services that meet customer expectations.**What You'll Get to Do:**The selected candidate will lead a highly technical Science and Technology (S&T) team focused on Advanced Sensor and multi-function capabilities. Typical program duties encompass all phases of the S&T program life cycle from inception (customer engagement and proposal development) through startup, execution, demonstrations and completion. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* Program Management of the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program.* Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning* Measuring and reporting program performance.* Interfacing with internal and external customers, suppliers, and industry partners.* Developing and delivering presentations to customers, executive management, and other stakeholders.* Identifying new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, cultivating customer relationships, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans.* Managing customer and/or capital property. **Basic Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree in a related STEM discipline with 6 years of relevant professional experience.* Demonstrated experience with program or project management experience supporting U.S. Government/DoD programs, proposals, and/or contracts.* Demonstrated experience serving in both a technical contributor and technical leadership capacity on engineering, research and development, and/or technology development programs.* Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional technical teams with responsibility for cost, schedule, technical performance, risk, and/or program deliverables.* Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering technical and programmatic briefings, program reviews, and/or recommendations to customers, senior leadership, and other stakeholders.* Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project, for program planning, analysis, reporting, scheduling, and/or executive presentations.* Demonstrated experience serving as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) and/or managing cost and schedule performance using Earned Value Management principles.* Demonstrated experience supporting research and development (R&D), Science & Technology (S&T), and/or advanced technology development programs.* U.S. citizenship required.* Must possess a current/active DoD Secret clearance to be considered with the ability to obtain and maintain required Special Access Program (SAP) access.**Preferred Qualifications*** Current/active DoD Top Secret clearance and/or active SAP access.* Demonstrated experience supporting the development of RF sensor systems, radar systems, RF electronics, and/or related sensor technologies.* Experience leading or coordinating geographically dispersed program teams across multiple sites or organizations.* Experience applying Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles, including cost/schedule performance analysis, variance analysis, forecasting, and/or Estimate at Completion (EAC) development.* Experience supporting competitive capture, proposal development, and/or business development activities for U.S. Government/DoD opportunities.**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: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00The 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.