US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Northrop Grumman Strike Division, builds and delivers aviation-related systems to customers around the world. We push the boundaries of innovation, and drive advances in various sciences. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Strike Division is looking for you to join our team as a Manager Program Control 2 based out of Palmdale, CA.

What You’ll get to Do:

Management responsibilities for Cost & Schedule Management in multiple Business Areas on the Program.

Manage all efforts relating to Cost & Schedule baselines including:

Ensure timely input to Workforce Planning of project headcount projections on a monthly basisProject management including managing multiple priorities against ambitious timelinesFunction as a change agent, creating an environment of trust, compliance, continuous improvement and learning
Support/coordinate internal and external surveillance auditsEnsure full compliance with corporate policies, with particular focus on implementation of the Northrop Grumman Earned Value Management SystemProvide support to bids, bid reviews, and internal projectsAdvise Control Account Managers on Compliance and EV GuidelinesEarned Value ManagementSupport integrated baseline (IBR) reviewsAdvise on integrated project master reportsAttend site business management meetings to define Cost & Schedule needs and work with Operations EV Planning management on resource allocation needs
Perform in a fast paced, frequently changing, and demand driven environmentProblem solving and decision making requiring excellent communication skillsDevelop, mentor and train Cost Planning personnel and provide regular performance feedbackEnsure proper staffing balance of employees and consultantsOperate within established budgets

 

Additional Northrop Grumman Information:

Northrop Grumman has approximately 85,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 25 countries, we strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with 8+ years of Business/Program Management experience or 6+ years with a Masters Degree.5+ years of hands-on experience in Program Planning / Scheduling utilizing MPM/Cobra or similar Cost Management software
Demonstration of a strong understanding of project managementProficiency in MS Office Programs (MS Project, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word)2 or more years of Leadership Experience Active DOD secret clearance, and the ability to obtain special program access.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience in a DOD manufacturing or engineering development environmentFamiliarity with Earned Value tools (MPM, Cobra, etc.)Experience in applying integrated cost/schedule methodologies within an Earned Value (EVMS) environmentFamiliarity with the NDIA's Planning and SchedulingFamiliarity with Production OperationsExperience in Aerospace and/or Defense programs and familiarity with Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR).

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! Does this sound like what you're looking for?

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated products to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Salary Range: $138,100.00 - $207,100.00

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.