Program Manager 2 - Supplier Management Team Lead

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (KY); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Manager 2 - Supplier Management Team Lead to drive high‑quality program execution in Melbourne, Florida. This on‑site role requires leading cross‑functional teams, ensuring cost, schedule and technical performance, and coordinating with customers on a restricted program.

The position follows a 9/80 schedule with Friday off every other week. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in program management, supplier leadership, and aerospace experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 9 years) of related experience.
• Master’s degree and 8 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 7 years) of related experience.
• Experience with Program Management principles: managing projects, scheduling, budget management.
• Experience in developing RIO metrics and briefings.
• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.
• Ability to obtain transfer and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all execution elements of the assigned program including life cycle management, quality, cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Provide input to proposal development and develop master plans and schedules.
• Establish a program organization and manage sub-organizations; measure and report program performance.
• Deliver presentations to customers and stakeholders; negotiate contracts and changes.
• Manage Government/customer property and suppliers; ensure contract scope and changes are controlled.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Engineering

Capture efforts

Business management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (STEM)

Master’s degree in STEM (preferred)

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Agile methodologies

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates aredeterminedafter funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is currently seeking a Program Manager 2 - Supplier Management Team Lead to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals driving high quality program execution through their direct support and performance as a leader of the Supplier Management Team on a restricted program. The selected candidate for this leadership opportunity will report to the Flying Test Bed IPT and serve as a fully integrated Supplier Management Team leader on a special program located in Melbourne, Florida.

Due to the nature of the role, an on-site presence isrequiredand cannot be performed remotely. The position will follow our 9/80schedule andallows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

The ideal candidate thrives on driving supplier outcomes, leading multidisciplined teams, navigating internal processes, communicating with customers, creating a work environment that engages employees, bringing clarity and clear direction to ambiguous situations, and excelling in the fundamentals of program execution and perceptive use of predictive metrics.

The role is responsible for leading all execution elements of the assigned program including life cycle management, quality, cost, schedule, and technical performance and input to proposal development. Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Execute programs successfully by managing cost, schedule and technical performance objectives
• Ensure contract compliance and execution of SSOW requirements including timely SDRL submittals
• Oversee program planning and execution through applicable phases including concept, exploration, engineering development, advanced development, production, sustainment, and retirement
• Meet company and customer requirements while balancing the multiple roles and differing requirements
• Maintain close working relationships with engineering, operations, and suppliers
• Maintain collaborative relationships with local customers, while adhering to contract requirements and boundaries
• Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans
• Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations
• Measuring and reporting program performance
• Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and condition
• Creation, review, and finalization of the program Statement of Work
• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements
• Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines
• Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning
• Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE,CFE,etc.)
• Managing suppliers to meet program objectives
• Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
• Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope and manages change through control board activities
• Development and adherence to master plans and schedules

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing : upholding the highest ethical standards andfacilitatinga safe and respectful environment that attracts,retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise : holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success : operatingas OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer , setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’sdegree and 10 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 9 years) of related experience as defined below, OR aMaster’sdegree and 8 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 7 years) of related experience as defined below
• Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions
• Must haveprofessional experienceworkingwithProgramManagement principles:managing projects, scheduling, budget management, etc.
• Experience in developing RIO metricsand briefings
• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
• The ability to travel domestically 10% of the time
• Your ability to transfer andmaintainthe finaladjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation), and any program access(es)requiredfor the position within a reasonableperiod of time, asdeterminedby the Company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current TS/SCI and active Special Access Program (SAP) clearances
• Experience on Commercial Derivative and Flying Test Bed R&D aircraft development
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tool suites to facilitate teamwork and efficiency

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Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

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.