Northrop Grumman Corporation

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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 Senior Program Manager for its GEM Follow-on Production Program. This individual will lead set up of the new program and integrate this program with existing production and be responsible for its start up, while working hand in hand with the Program Director and Program team to support additional production ramp up needs. This role will be based at Bacchus, in Magna Utah. This position will not qualify for remote work.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Role Description & Responsibilities:

The Program Manager will report to the GEM Program Director and have direct profit/loss responsibility for execution and set up of the Follow-on program. Position includes leadership of a matrixed and multi-disciplined team responsible to deliver on all aspects of the program, including the management of two major subcontractors on site.

Job Duties:

• Execute program successfully by managing safety, quality, schedule, people, technology and cost
• Represent Northrop Grumman and the GEM program as a major Subcontractor to its commercial customers.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and strategy for the program and translate into executable goals and metrics.
• Align to the program vision and strategy for high production and integrate this program with the existing production program.
• Support additional special projects and assignments as assigned by the GEM Program Director
• Be exceptional at working with other teams to accomplish goals and results
• Manage and negotiate partner and supplier contracts to meet program needs
• Manage, approve, and present business plans for new pursuits in accordance with company commitment review process
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues in accordance with business objectives, strategy, legal requirements, contract terms, and policies
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions for unique customer problems and transition into value-added program scope
• Provide overall leadership and direction to the program team while leveraging the skill sets of each team member and lead a multi-discipline, multi-faceted team to successful performance
• Manage budgets, EACs and associated risks.
• Forecast and manage sales, cash and OM performance

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable Engineering or Business field
• Ten (10) plus years’ experience in leading multi-discipline teams with increasing levels of responsibility
• Experience in delivering results to the bottom line and managing change
• Experience in cost and schedule controls, including IMS management
• Experience working in aerospace manufacturing, preferably solid rocket motor manufacturing
• Experience as CAM and/or past profit/loss accountability

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with high-rate production programs
• Familiarity with Commercial Launch Customers
• A willingness to criticality think through issues and risks, to generate solutions that meet business objectives
• organization and/or Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center
• Knowledge of Rocket Motor manufacturing and production best practices.
• Experience with strategy development and implementation in program execution
• In-depth understanding of customer requirements, both technically and financially, to ensure customer needs are met.
• Familiarity and experience in managing suppliers

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: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00

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.