Manager Programs - R10231288

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems (NGMS) sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 2 to support the Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD) organization onsite in Rolling Meadows, IL
. The primary objective of this position will be the leadership of Research and Development programs to satisfy all contractual requirements, on cost and on schedule, while delivering a product that meets customer expectations.

The selected candidate will lead a cross-functional program team aligned to common performance goals, with a focus on developing multi-function capabilities. Typical program duties encompass all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, demonstrations and completion.

• Managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program.
• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning.
• Measuring and reporting program performance.
• Interfacing with internal and external customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Developing and delivering presentations to customers, executive management, and other stakeholders.
• Identifying new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, cultivating customer relationships, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans.
• Managing customer and capital property.
• This position is 100% on-site – remote or telework is not available.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Math and/or Physics with 8 years' of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience, supporting U.S. Government programs, , or program/project management.
• Demonstrated with RF Electronic Warfare systems, evidenced by direct support to at least one RF/EW related program, project, or system.
• Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Government proposal development, including at least one of the following; RFP analysis, technical input, cost/schedule input, or compliance review.
• Demonstrated experience working on cross functional teams across functional areas (e.g., supply chain, procurement, IT, security, engineering, etc.), supporting material acquisition, program execution, or contract deliverable.
• Demonstrated experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, within cost, and meeting technical requirements, in a project lead, task lead, or equivalent role.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting program updates, deliverable, or technical information to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project, for program tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• US Citizenship required.
• An active/current U.S. government Secret clearance required to be considered and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret and SAP clearance after being hired.

• An active/current U.S. government Top Secret Clearance.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Program Manager supporting Research & Development (R&D) programs, including responsibility for program execution, technical scope, cost, or schedule performance.
• Demonstrated experience working with multiple government contract types, including, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quality (IDIQ), and/or Other Transaction Authority (OTA).
• Demonstrated technical experience supporting the development of software defined sensor systems, including involvement in system design, integration, testing, or deployment activities.
• Demonstrated experience implementing or utilizing Earned Valus Management 9
  
  EVM), including tracking cost/schedule performance, supporting EACs, or program financial reporting.
• Experience working with geographically diverse program teams, including coordination across multiple locations, time zones, or organizational entities.