Staff Operations & Training Deputy IPT

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 161,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

On-site role

9/80 schedule

Competitive salary

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs seeks a Staff Operations & Training Deputy IPT to lead multiple teams, resolve blockers, ensure resource adequacy, and maintain high morale while aligning work with the IPT vision. This is a 100% onsite role with a 9/80 schedule and requires a U.S.

Government TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship. You will coordinate with customers and engineers on spacecraft operations, training development, anomaly investigations, and upgrades, and you will ensure work stays

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship required.
• Experience leading multiple teams and presenting technical concepts.
• Ability to coordinate with dispersed teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple teams and ensure goals align with IPT vision.
• Resolve blockers and address personnel issues to maintain progress.
• Maintain morale and ensure resources meet tasking needs.
• Work with customers to discuss concerns and drive conversations on topics of interest.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Distributed teams

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

FreeFlyer

STK

GMAT

ODTBX

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: 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.Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Staff Operations & Training Deputy IPT located in Colorado Springs, CO or Chantilly, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.This position has the opportunity to work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off, depending on program needs.Job responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, the following:Managing multiple teams and ensuring goal setting and tasks are in-line with IPT visionResolving blockers and personnel issuesEnsuring resource allocations are sufficient for tasking and identifying areas for efficiency or enhancementSetting and maintaining high team morale across the IPTWorking with customer representatives to address concerns and facilitate conversations on topics of interestOversee special projects and upgrade efforts for the teamsFormalize and enforce process structure and ensure work scope is bound within SOW to prevent scope growthIdentify areas for business growth and cultivate a strong working relationship with teams and customersThis position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.Basic Qualifications for Level 5:Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 7 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) [TS/SCI] at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval/access within a reasonable amount of time [US citizenship required]Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple teamsMust have excellent communication skills and be capable of presenting technical concepts to a diverse group of engineers.Experience working with geographically dispersed teamsExperience with Spacecraft OperationsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with developing and providing training related to on-orbit spacecraft operationsExperience with on-orbit spacecraft anomaly resolution and root cause corrective actions investigationsPast military service experience, preferably in Space Force or Air ForceExperience with spacecraft-related training programsExpertise in technical disciplines such as orbital propagation and perturbations, orbit estimation, orbital maneuvers, modeling, simulation, and analysisFamiliarity with astrodynamics tools, including FreeFlyer, System Tool Kit (STK), NASA General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT), and Orbit Determination Toolbox (ODTBX)Advanced Orbital Mechanics knowledge and experience#SpaceEngJobs#SpaceSoftwareJobs#COSpacePrimary Level Salary Range: $161,000.00 - $241,400.00The 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.