Northrop Grumman

Manager Program Planning 2

Northrop Grumman$126K — $189K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or a Master's with 5 years, or an Associate's with 9 years, or a High School Diploma/GED with 11 years experience in planning, scheduling, or program management.
  • Strong knowledge of Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) creation and management.
  • Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) and Schedule Risk Assessments.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance required, ensuring secure handling of sensitive information.
  • Proficient in industry scheduling best practices, including DCMA guidelines and CPM.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop a team of Program Planning & Scheduling Analysts.
  • Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
  • Coordinate and develop the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to fulfill program objectives.
  • Ensure integrative aspects of program schedules are maintained throughout.
  • Provide timely status updates and reporting on project progress weekly.
  • Conduct Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits.
  • Implement scheduling best practices, including risk analysis and performance metrics.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Healthcare coverage and other essential benefits offered.
  • Flexible work arrangements promote work-life balance.
  • 9/80 schedule allowing for long weekends every other week.
  • 401K matching program to support retirement saving efforts.
  • Phenomenal learning opportunities across diverse projects.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking a Manager 2, Program Planning on our Schedule Management team. This leadership role is located on-sitein Melbourne, FL. This position must be onsite every day and have an active DoD Secret Clearance.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You create trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change. You ensure that your team has the information and tools needed to perform at their best. You demonstrate our committed pursuit of applying innovation to meet the requirements of our customer. You create and execute strategies that result in sustainable value creation that delivers measurable results. If this is YOU...keep reading!

Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Manage a team of Program Planning & Scheduling Analysts
  • Perform mid-year and year-end performance reviews
  • Develop direct team knowledge and depth
  • Prepares, develops and coordinates the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives.
  • Ensures program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated.
  • Provides weekly status and reporting
  • Conducting Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits
  • Implements scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry to include, but not limited to:
    • DCMA 14-point
    • IPMR DI-MGMT-81861
    • NDIA EIA-748 32 Guidelines
    • Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
    • Critical Path Methodology (CPM)
    • Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA)
    • Schedule Performance and Health Metrics and Analysis
  • Performing detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis and make recommendations to solve problems
  • Creating presentation content and present to various levels of leadership
  • Working effectively with multiple functional teams, supplier teams, and the Program/Project Manager


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 7 years of Planning & Scheduling, Program Cost Schedule Control, Finance, Pricing, Program/Project Management, or Engineering Scheduling experience; OR Master's degree with 5 years of Planning & Scheduling, Program Cost Schedule Control, Finance, Pricing, Program/Project Management, or Engineering Scheduling experience OR Associate's Degree with 9 years of Planning & Scheduling, Program Cost Schedule Control, Finance, Pricing, Program/Project Management, or Engineering Scheduling experience OR High School Diploma/GED with 11 years of Planning & Scheduling, Program Cost Schedule Control, Finance, Pricing, Program/Project Management, or Engineering Scheduling experience
  • Knowledge of Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development; Schedule Risk
  • Experience and knowledge in both EV Cost and Schedule Management
  • Experience with the Assessment (SRA) approach and execution
  • Active US government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Microsoft Project Server environment
  • Knowledge of Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development; Schedule Risk


We offer flexible work arrangements, 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.

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft 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/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00

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.

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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