Manager Programs 1 / Manager Programs 2 – ECD

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Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyber space. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission System (NGMS) is looking for a Program Manager 1 or Program Manager 2 to support the Advanced RF Sensor Operating Unit in Linthicum, MD. The department has responsibility for growing the sector portfolio of technology and programs in emerging systems. Focus areas include emerging & survivable sensors, advanced sensor algorithms, ISR and mission enablers.  

The selected candidate will be responsible for the execution of programs that meet schedule and customer requirements.  The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise and collaborative people skills with the proven ability to work within a technically dynamic, high-growth, and fast-paced operating unit.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program
• Interface as the lead with internal and external customers, vendors, and company support organizations.
• Assist product divisions expand their customer base, identify growth opportunities, and play significant role in bid and proposal activities.
• Interface with the rest of the division to identify technology mature enough to pull into other IRAD and CRAD projects.

Basic Qualifications for PM1:

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years relevant experience or Master’s with 2 years experience supporting Government proposals, contracts and/or project management.
• 2 years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as the project or technical lead.
• US Citizenship with an Active DOD Secret Clearance and the ability to attain and maintain a Special Access Programs (SAP) clearance.
• Strong technical background in the research, development, and operation of military sensor systems.
• Knowledge of earned value management and capture management.
• Performs complex tasks and participates in determining objectives of assignment. Plan schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
• The ability to recognize and respond to executive and customer goals to rapidly develop outcomes supporting sector objectives.

Basic Qualifications for PM2:

• Bachelor's Degree and 6 years relevant experience or Master’s with 4 years experience supporting Government proposals, contracts and/or project management.
• 5 years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as the project or technical lead.
• US Citizenship with an Active DOD Secret Clearance and the ability to attain and maintain a Special Access Programs (SAP) clearance.
• Strong technical background in the research, development, and operation of military sensor systems.
• Knowledge of earned value management and capture management.
• Performs complex tasks and participates in determining objectives of assignment. Plan schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
• The ability to recognize and respond to executive and customer goals to rapidly develop outcomes supporting sector objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics
• Experience as a technical lead or engineering manager positions.
• Experience in a leadership position on government programs over $10M and IR&D efforts over $750K.
• Experience with earned value management and capture management.
• Experience managing development for radar, EO/IR, SIGINT, cyber or communications systems. Experience with geographically diverse program teams.

Salary Range: $117,600 USD - $176,400 USD

Salary Range 2: $141,100 USD - $211,700 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.