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Northrop Grumman Mission System (NGMS) is looking for a Program Manager 2 to support the Advanced RF Sensor Operating Unit in Linthicum, MD. The department has responsibility for growing the sector portfolio of technology and programs in emerging systems. Focus areas include emerging & survivable sensors, advanced sensor algorithms, ISR ( Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance ) and mission enablers.
What You'll Get to Do:
The selected candidate will be responsible for the execution of programs that meet schedule and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise and collaborative people skills with the proven ability to work within a technically dynamic, high-growth, and fast-paced operating unit.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program.Interface as the lead with internal and external customers, vendors, and company support organizations.Assist product divisions expand their customer base, identify growth opportunities, and play significant role in bid and proposal activities.Interface with the rest of the division to identify technology mature enough to pull into other IRAD and CRAD projects.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years, Master's Degree with 7+ years, or PhD and 4+ years of relevant experience supporting Government proposals, contracts and/or project management.Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as the project or technical lead.Strong technical background in the research, development, and operation of military sensor systems.Knowledge of earned value management and capture management.Performs complex tasks and participates in determining objectives of assignment.Plan schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.Ability to recognize and respond to executive and customer goals and rapidly develop outcomes supporting sector objectives.US Citizenship with an Active DOD Secret Clearance and the ability to attain and maintain a Special Access Programs (SAP) clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.Experience as a technical lead or engineering manager positions.Experience in a leadership position on government programs over $10M and IR&D efforts over $750K.Experience with earned value management and capture management.Experience managing development for radar, EO/IR, SIGINT, cyber or communications systems. Experience with geographically diverse program teams.Salary Range: $145,000 - $217,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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.
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