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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking a Program Manager 2 to support the D5 Modernization Programs under Fleet Ballistic Missiles.  The Modernization program supports the replacement and augmentation of the D5 rocket motor manufacturing equipment at three locations (Bacchus, Clearfield, and Promontory) with an eye toward increasing production rates. 

This position will be primarily located at Clearfield Utah with occasional support at the other sites as needed to support the team.

This position will have responsibility for cost, schedule, technical execution, and presentation in monthly reviews, and quarterly reviews with the customers. Upcoming contracts will have full EVMS and IMS schedule requirements. Additionally, the candidate will be a point of contact with internal organizations and the on-site customers with regular communication and presentations expected.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Essentially the “down and in” view of the program.

Manage site-specific cost/schedule (CAM) including EVMS

Ensure contract compliance (including prevention of scope creep)

Execution of SSOW requirements including timely SDRL submittals

Understand the details of the site-specific work

Manage day-to-day site-specific project tasks for D5 Modernization efforts at Clearfield (Chamber manufacture) with a focus on safety:

Purchase and qualification of additional copies of manufacturing tooling

Purchase and qualification tools to replace existing manufacturing tooling

Redesign, purchase, and qualification of existing manufacturing tooling

Manufacturing tooling replacement, installation, and qualification

Process improvements and qualification

Digitization of data and processes

Maintain close working relationships with engineering, operations, and any suppliers

Maintain collaborative working relationships with D5 Production Program Managers

Maintain collaborative relationships with local customers, while adhering to contract requirements and boundaries

Coordinate with D5 Production PMs, site managers, and vendors to minimize impact of tooling installation and qualification on production efforts

Coordinate with CapEx and Facilities teams, where appropriate

Remove roadblocks for the team including escalation to the appropriate level, if needed

Work with technical and manufacturing team to identify future improvements as well as CapEx/facility needs (estimate cost)

Oversee proposals for future work

Education and Experience Requirements:

BS degree in STEM field

8 years technical experience and or project/program management experience

Basic Qualifications:

Strong personality experienced in project management, resource management, and strategic planning

Effective Communication (both written and verbal)

Ownership mentality

Solution based

Capacity to understand people/technical issues impacting the programs

Familiarity with Rocket motor manufacturing processes and safety requirements

Long range planning

Understand problems and issues in the context of the bigger picture and understand relationships among subcomponents

Experience in managing suppliers to schedule and budget

Ability to effectively communicate technical and quality data to customers

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing DoD EVMS programs

Detailed understanding of Clearfield Factory operations and culture

Mentoring mind-set

Technical background

Understanding and experience with the FBM culture

Position Requirements:

Ability to obtain a secret clearance

On site

Travel up to 10% time (customer meetings or other sites)

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts 

Salary Range: $135,100.00 - $202,700.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.