RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At 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.

The Northrop Grumman (NG) Human Resources organization is seeking a Cohorts, Change, and Communications Manager to join the Enterprise Critical Skills Development organization (CSD).  CSD provides learning & development services & solutions for NG’s most critical skills, empowering employees to tackle today’s needs and create tomorrow’s opportunities. 

We support our global NGC workforce through 3 primary activities:  1) assessing the company’s current & future development needs, 2) designing, developing, and delivering content and programs, and 3) demonstrating impact/ROI of development interventions. 

This position will be primarily located in Falls Church, VA, however, we will consider virtual telecommuters, or candidates working at any other major NG location.

Key Responsibilities

The Cohorts, Change, and Communications Manager (CCCM), reporting to the Enterprise Critical Skills Development Director, leads a team to deliver technical cohorts, includes those focused on Artificial Intelligence, Cyber, and Model-Based Systems Engineering, along with programs focused on female technical talent.  

As the CCCM, you will:

Design, develop, deliver, and sustain virtual and in-person training and development offerings, emphasizing experiential and simulation-based learning

Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts across NG to ensure effective and engaging content

Drive project execution by establishing timelines and project plans, managing resources, and identifying & addressing risks

Define business-driven success outcomes and apply NG’s Learning & Development Measurement Framework to evaluate the impact of programs and initiatives

Provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise in learning methodologies / adult learning theory

Partner with sector and enterprise communications and change management teams to ensure effective deployment and utilization of development resources

Prepare and present briefings to multiple stakeholder groups, including C-suite leaders

Successful team members will:

Exercise creativity and independent thinking to envision and develop new solutions

Take initiative in advancing individual projects and the larger team’s goals

Navigate ambiguous situations and adapt to shifting priorities, proactively providing thought leadership

Possess strong project management skills, with an intense focus on execution, to deliver solutions with quality and speed

Possess exceptional verbal/written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at the highest levels

Possess exceptional relationship-building skills, with an ability to manage the demands of multiple stakeholders

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least 14 years of relevant experience (12 years with a Master’s and 9 years with Doctorate); 18 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

At least 3 years of formal people management experience

Demonstrated ability to create & deliver training/development programs, resources, and curricula

Demonstrated project management skills, including experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

Demonstrated experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and influencing stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Education or related field

Demonstrated proficiency delivering executive-level presentations

Experience with core HR capabilities, such as consulting, coaching, communications, and change management, including relevant certifications (e.g., Prosci, SHRM, PHR)

Worked in/around STEM fields, especially the technical & functional domains we support (e.g., Systems Engineering, Program Management, Business Development, Artificial Intelligence)

Experience partnering with 3rd-party and higher-education institutions to design & deliver programs

Experience formally evaluating the effectiveness & impact of solutions

Experience delivering global solutions, including export requirements

Experience supporting alternative career pathways and skills development solutions (e.g., apprenticeships, immersive boot camps/academies)

Salary Range: $140,500.00 - $231,800.00

The 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.

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 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.