Product Development Program Manager 3

United States-California-Northridgemid

OtherProduct Development

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Key Responsibilities

Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to ensure achievement of program cost,

Technical Tools

OtherProduct Development

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Defense Systems (DS) is seeking a Program Manager 3 to lead AARGM and AARGM-ER Missile development programs within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit (AWBU) at Northridge, CA. Our Advanced Weapons team designs, develops, and manufactures missile systems that support U.S. national and allied security objectives. The AWBU has several development programs associated with development, qualification, flight test, transition-to-production, and fielding of hardware and software configurations of the AARGM and AARGM-ER weapon systems for which qualified program managers are required.

Responsibilities

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Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to ensure achievement of program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives
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Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community
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Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans.
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Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations
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Measuring and reporting program performance
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Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders
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Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
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Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements
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Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines
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Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning
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Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.)
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Managing suppliers to meet program objectives.
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Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
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Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities
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Development and adherence to master plans and schedules
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Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, assessment, and mitigation

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of experience managing development programs OR a master’s degree and 8 years of experience managing development programs.
Experience leading high performing, cross-functional development teams within the aerospace/defense sector
Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at or under cost achieving all requirements as either a project lead, integrated program team lead, or cost account manager.
Proficiency in program management tools and processes such as: Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management.
- A degree in science, engineering, or business
- PMP® certification
- 5-10 years of managing direct reports
- Experience in Proposal Management
- Experience in the aerospace/defense industry or within the Department of Defense or NASA
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile methodologies
- Ability to define technical strategy to promote capturing business in new areas
Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.
Primary Level Salary Range: $193,000.00 - $289,600.00
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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.