Mgr Programs 2 (Security Clearance required)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: December 5, 2019

Job Description:

Northrop Grumman, Mission Systems is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 2 to support the SHORAD Integration Department of the Integrated Fires & Protective Systems business unit in leading our efforts supporting OCONUS Counter - UAS communications engineering efforts. The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements for the VODCHA MK program on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions. The individual will lead a matrixed-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals. Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Developing customer relationships and cultivating customer intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community Leading and directing a cross-functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical objectives Development and delivery of presentations to Government customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning and proposal development Negotiation and establishment of schedule milestones, payment, and other key contract terms and conditions. Adherence to all internal processes for Program Management Completion and tracking of the Contract Requirements Traceability Matrix Ensure program team understands & adheres to the contract scope. Development and adherence to Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools Thorough risk & opportunity management to include identification, mitigation and realization Submission of program performance in internal reporting systems (i.e. IPRS) Addressing workforce planning needs, as neededBasic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and 10 to 14 years' experience supporting Government contracts and/or project management in other industries Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal The ability to identify, orchestrate, coordinate and controls the management activities and processes that integrate program interdependencies throughout their life cycle to achieve successful program completion. The ability to initiate, develop, integrate, execute, direct and control program plans and cost and schedule baselines that meet both program contractual requirements and stakeholder expectations. The ability to identify and address program impacts through a systematic, proactive, approach to issue and problem resolution that identifies, communicates, monitors, and promptly resolves conflicts across all levels of the program Consistently makes time to seek and incorporate input from customers and understand their expectations. Guides program team and support functions on how to take action to satisfy customer expectations Active Secret clearance Preferred Qualifications: The ability to apply knowledge, insights and understanding of business and financial concepts, tools and processes to the benefit of program decisions, actions, and performance. The ability to manage communications with stakeholders through organized processes to ensure that program information is defined, collected, shared, understood, stored and retrieved in a manner that effectively meets program and stakeholder needs. The ability to recognize and respond to customer needs in order to develop additional sales that support organizational objectives. The ability to identify, select, direct and manage subcontract and supply chain elements of the program in a manner that supports program goals and company strategy. The ability to plan for, identify, estimate, cost, acquire, schedule, and retire resources needed to satisfy program requirements within organizational constraints. The ability to address program uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling plans, and manages, controls, and communicates risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle of the program A strong background working in support of DoD military programsNorthrop 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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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