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Program Manager 3 - Propulsion Systems
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A Program Manager manages ongoing program activity or a group of related projects for a company or organization. Responsibilities include developing program plans, defining project objectives, allocating resources, managing budgets, and monitoring program progress. They may work in production, administration, advertising/marketing, human resources, technology, finance, and other technical areas such as engineering.
$161,622 / year median in Utah
+4% projected growth
Job Description
- Propulsion Systems Northrop Grumman
- 4.0 Magna, UT Job Details Internship $166,700
- $250,100 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Communication with suppliers Customer communication Contract management experience in manufacturing Project management experience in manufacturing Manufacturing facility experience Schedule management Contracts Leading team collaboration initiatives Cost reduction analysis Manufacturing Supplier relationship management (SRM) Quality improvement programs in engineering Cross-functional team management Project risk management Manufacturing company experience Implementing lean manufacturing processes Cross-functional communication Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
NoCLEARANCE TYPE
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time 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.
Role And Responsibilities:
Lead successful execution of programs across safety, quality, schedule, technical requirements, and cost. Manage teams to achieve all production, billing, and revenue milestones. Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to program managers, interns, and cross-functional team members. Drive a results-oriented culture, challenge the status quo, and identify creative ways to manage cost versus risk. Represent Northrop Grumman to customers, clearly communicating our capabilities and aligning them with customer needs. Execute programs and resolve issues in alignment with business objectives, contract terms, regulations, and company procedures. Balance the interests of customers, Northrop Grumman, and employees in program decisions. Lead program participation in customer and internal working group meetings. Support request-for-proposal (RFP) responses and lead commitment reviews with program and Propulsion Systems leadership. Establish, communicate, and maintain clear program priorities, including managing changes to the program baseline. Communicate clearly, succinctly, and persuasively in both verbal and written form with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure programs remain on track to meet master plans, milestones, and delivery commitments. Apply Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Factory Schedules, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to monitor and control performance. Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, initiating corrective actions as required. Oversee program budgets and participate in monthly business management reviews and corporate reporting. Accurately forecast financial performance and align program actions and communications to achieve financial and program milestones. Assist in negotiating contracts, modifications, pricing, and terms, and in resolving contract issues in partnership with prime and government customers. Drive technical excellence by setting program standards and working closely with technical teams and Operations Program Managers (OPMs) to balance risk and performance. Leverage existing programs and Propulsion Systems capabilities to help identify, shape, and win new business opportunities with customers.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or Finance with 10 years' experience supporting US Government contracts or customers in a manufacturing environment Five (5) plus years' experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either a Program/Project Manager, Integrated Program Lead (IPT) or Cost Account Manager (CAM) Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment to achieve a single objective Strong critical thinking and logical reasoning skills with the ability to solve issues and predict potential programmatic and technical risks Experience in cost reduction strategies, lean manufacturing principles and quality improvement tools such as six sigma, PES and/or TPS Ability to understand technical and financial customer requirements to ensure customer needs are met Experience in managing suppliers Ability to obtain and maintain aSecret Clearance Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline Earned Value Management experience Experience with solid rocket motors or missile defense programsPrimary Level Salary Range:
$166,700.00- $250,100.