Northrop Grumman

Program Manager 2

Northrop Grumman • $139K — $208K *
Clearfield, UT 84015In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 10 years related experience (or 8 years with a Master's degree).
  • Background in project and program management or engineering.
  • Expertise managing programs with annual sales over $25M.
  • Knowledge of Firm Fixed Price and cost type contracts.
  • Familiarity with Earned Value Management and risk management processes.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead program strategy development aligned with company goals.
  • Manage P&L responsibilities for the Airbus A350 program.
  • Strengthen relationships with customers for new business opportunities.
  • Conduct risk, issue, and opportunity assessments for program performance.
  • Direct internal production schedules based on customer demand.
  • Oversee program contract negotiations and resolve issues effectively.
  • Provide leadership to cross-functional teams to enhance program execution.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Company paid holidays.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
  • Potential for overtime and discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector (NGAS) is seeking a Program Manager 2 of Commercial and Engine Programs. This program manager position will have direct profit and loss (P&L) responsibility on the Airbus A350 program supporting domestic and international customers external to NG. The position will be the lead customer interface and will leverage relationships to capture follow-on and new business opportunities aligned with the company's strategy. The position will be based in Clearfield, Utah.

Role Description and Responsibilities:

  • Excellent leadership skills aligned with the company's values.
  • Integral part of manufacturing site matrix leadership team.
  • Demonstrates and drives the importance of a strong culture of accountability, excellence, employee engagement, and belonging.
  • Leads program strategy development that integrates with the overall business and strategies of NGAS and the OU and establishes goals and plans to meet that strategy, including developing strategies to capture follow-on and new business opportunities with the customer.
  • Develops and participates in the annual long-range strategic planning process (LRSP).
  • Execute program successfully by managing safety, quality, schedule, delivery, and cost (P&L responsibility) for fixed price contracts.
  • Leads program risk, issue, and opportunity (RIO) board to identify program RIO's and accurately estimate and capture potential financial impacts.
  • Participate in weekly customer telecoms and leads quarterly customer in-person and virtual meetings to review program performance and customer needs.
  • Directs internal production schedule and supply chain strategy by understanding customer demand and contract terms and conditions.
  • Manage program contract negotiations, endorse final price and contract terms and resolve contract issues.
  • Drive technical excellence by setting program standards, enabling cross-functional support and reach across multiple NG sectors and divisions, effectively managing risk and opportunities, and delivering performance.
  • Oversee the continued execution of established program plan.
  • Service the customer by executing the program and resolving issues in accordance with business objectives, strategy, legal requirements, regulations, contract terms, and company policies.
  • Provide overall leadership and direction to the internal functional team that include resolving conflict, reviewing performance, and initiating process improvement and corrective actions when necessary.
  • Ensure strategic teaming and positioning with key suppliers and subcontractors.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and 10 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 9 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Master's degree and 8 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 7 years) of related experience as defined below:
  • Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions.
  • A thorough knowledge of program management for production and sustainment programs.
  • Experience managing major programs more than $25M sales annually.
  • Experience with Firm Fixed Price and cost type contracts.
  • An understanding of business and strategy development.
  • Knowledge of business systems, including Earned Value Management, Risk and Opportunity Management, and contract management.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide verbal and written information clearly, succinctly, and persuasively.
  • Experience working with prime contractor procurement leadership.
  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. Government Secret Clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, science, engineering, or other relevant business experience (Leadership, Finance, etc.).
  • Experience working with international customers.


Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

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.

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.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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