Senior IPT Operations & Training Lead

Northrop Grumman; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Staff Operations & Training Deputy IPT to lead multiple teams and coordinate with customers on complex spacecraft operations. This on-site role in Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs requires proven leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to resolve blockers while keeping work aligned with the SOW.

The position emphasizes on-orbit operations knowledge, anomaly resolution, and collaboration with geographically dispersed teams to drive

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with US citizenship.
• Experience leading multiple teams and programs.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with on-orbit spacecraft operations and anomaly resolution.
• Ability to work with geographically dispersed teams.
• Knowledge of orbital mechanics and astrodynamics.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple teams and ensure alignment with IPT vision.
• Resolve blockers and personnel issues to maintain progress.
• Ensure resource allocations are sufficient for tasks and identify efficiency gains.
• Set and maintain high team morale across the IPT.
• Work with customer representatives to address concerns and facilitate conversations.
• Oversee special projects and upgrade efforts within defined SOW.
• Formalize and enforce process structure to prevent scope growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Geographically dispersed teams

Spacecraft operations

Orbital mechanics

Astrodynamics tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

FreeFlyer

STK

GMAT

ODTBX

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Staff Operations & Training Deputy IPT to lead multiple teams and coordinate with customers on complex spacecraft operations. This on-site role in Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs requires proven leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to resolve blockers while keeping work aligned with the SOW.

The position emphasizes on-orbit operations knowledge, anomaly resolution, and collaboration with geographically dispersed teams to drive