Requisition ID: R10178769

• Category: Program Management

• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Top Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 50% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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's Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Program Director 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC). The Program Director is a key leadership position within the ATDC management framework. This leadership role is located in San Diego, California.

Key functions of the selected candidates will be as follows:

• Act in partnership with the Strike Program and Deputy Program Manager to set the policy, vision, and strategy of the program

• Ensure overall budgets, schedules, and performance standards are met

• Responsible for successful program operations and program activities of major significance

• Represents the program as a prime internal and external contact on various program matters

The selected individual will lead a highly technical and complex Development Program. The chosen candidate requires extensive knowledge and understanding of software development and hardware design, build and integration. This individual will lead the team as the senior management interface in developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers within the technology domain. The Program Director will also lead and manage supplier technical performance, working closely with Global Supply Chain (GSC) to ensure incorporation of unique program requirements into supplier SOWs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Direct all aspects associated with planning, implementation, and execution of the Program to satisfy the programs key objectives

• Provide planning and EVMS management to satisfy the contractual SOW

• Ensure primary tasking is properly represented by the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

• Provide leadership of a multidisciplinary team to accomplish the SOW tasks within the program schedule and budget constraints

• Lead a team to resolve technical issues within the Program

• Manage suppliers to meet key deliveries within the schedule and cost requirements

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing : upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise : holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success : operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer : setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

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 Program Management, Program Integration, or Project Management

• 3 years of formal Leadership Experience in a People Leadership Manager Role

• Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret Clearance with full Investigation within the last 6 years and the ability to gain Special Program Access (SAP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

• Engineering, Technology or Math (STEM) degree

• Active Top-Secret Clearance

• Profit and Loss Experience

• At least 15 years of relevant leadership experience

• Previous Aerospace Industry experience

• Experience managing a team of over 100 people

• Previous Program Management experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication, plus strong leadership skills

• Special Program Access (SAP)

What We Offer

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, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

Salary Range: $217,300 - $325,900

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.

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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.