Mgr Programs 2 – RGS-A

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The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Mgr Programs 2 to support Remote Ground Relay Systems (RGS).

This position will be located in Boulder, CO and will report to the Operational Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Exploitation System Operating Unit (OESOU) director. 

Program Manager primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing key elements of Program Management, CAM/EV, and Functional Management.
• Interface with external customer on a daily basis and providing direction to program leads as needed.
• Preparing and reporting IPRS and other status at bi-weekly meetings with OU and Division leadership.
• Planning, organizing, staffing, reporting, coordination, identifying/mitigating risk, and supporting all phases of a development program from inception, certification through completion.
• Preparation of cost estimates, business plans, work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms and conditions of contracts.
• Authority for engineering review boards, risk management board and other program sign-offs and approvals.
• Managing stakeholders and resolve competing needs, to include clients, subcontractors, and internal participants.
• Managing and reporting on project status, customer satisfaction, submission of CDRLs and risks, using earned value, integrated master schedule, integrated master plan, and similar techniques and tools.
• Supporting/managing proposal efforts, and contributing to department proposals.
• Managing project staff to ensure successful project performance as the program transitions phases of delivery.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or 8 years of related experience in lieu of degree

• Minimal of 5 years of Program Management experience, overseeing technical and financial aspects for software and hardware development programs

• Current DOD Secret Clearance and ability to obtain an SCI clearance

• Must be able to work independently, function in a fast paced environment, and be flexible to changing direction

Preferred Qualifications

•   Experience with development, and operations & maintenance (O&M) programs preferred

•  PM experience in a subcontractor role highly desired

•  PM experience managing subcontractors highly desired

Salary Range: $143,500 USD - $215,300 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.

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