About This Role
This Technical Production Program Manager 2 role supports the AARGM Program within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. The manager will lead and oversee the production of the Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile for U.S. and FMS customers, managing contract execution from kick-off through delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives
- Manage DoD customer relationships
- Measure and report program performance
- Develop and brief executive level presentations to customer leadership, executive management, and other program stakeholders
- Participate in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions
- Support and at times lead the development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
- Identify, allocate and manage program resources, including workforce planning
- Coordinate with Government Property team in support of Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.)
- Support the management of Intercompany Work Order (IWO) and Independent Suppliers to meet program objectives
- Adhere to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
- Support and at times lead the development and adherence to master plans and integrated master schedules
- Conduct thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization
- Support and lead proposal preparation process as required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of program management experience OR a master’s degree and 6 years of program management experience
- 4+ years of managing production programs and leading high performing, cross-functional teams within the aerospace/defense sector
- Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at or under cost achieving all requirements as either a project lead, integrated program team lead, or cost account manager
- Experience with executive level PowerPoint presentations
- Demonstrated competencies with risk, issues and opportunities
- Management of firm fixed price (FFP) projects
- Proficiency in project management tools and processes such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management
- Current US Government Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP
Nice to have:
- A degree in science, engineering, or business
- PMP® certification
- Experience managing programs as the Prime Contractor for DoD systems
- Experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks
Benefits
- Eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
- Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results
- Eligibility for Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Important Details
- Clearance required for start: Yes
- Clearance type: Secret
- Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
- Application period: estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date, but may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and candidate availability
Relocation Support
- Relocation assistance may be available
About the Company
At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. The company's pioneering spirit has led to advancements in national history, from the first flight across the Atlantic to stealth bombers and moon landings. They seek individuals with bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to invent the future, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity.
