RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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. 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.

Our Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Program Manager for our PORTS program to join our team in Middletown, Rhode Island. The PM will manage projects under our Navy PORTS PC-based Open Architecture Reconfigurable Training Systems contracts. Our PORTS team designs and develops simulation-based training devices/systems for the US Surface Navy to train sailors on the operation and employment of their weapons and sensor systems. PORTS provides Navy personnel with combat systems training using simulation emulating cutting-edge threats in a boundless virtual battlespace. PORTS encompasses: Simulation software development, the latest in training technologies training system modifications, delivery, and lifecycle support.   We are looking for a dynamic leader who can contribute to the program, lead teams, manage contracts, ensure the customer is always #1, and drive constant innovation to create, improve, and delivery world class training products.  

Program Manger duties and responsibilities:

Oversee and manage government contracts resulting in the successful delivery of training systems or improvementsLead and manage people, and product developmentLead reviews, provide status of projects and budgets to customers and NG leadershipManage finances to achieve customer and company financial goalsInterface with Navy customers to ensure contract fulfillment in accordance with DoD/Contract requirements.Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectivesIdentify new business opportunities and participate in proposal activities for new projects

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with 10 experience or a high school diploma / equivalent with 14 years exp may be accepted in Lieu of degree5 years of management experienceFamiliar with Navy Surface warfare readiness Navy systems or other similar experienceAbility to develop, produce, and present briefings, presentations, and documents to the customers and leadershipExperience using Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.

 Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with navy simulation and training systems Recent Experienced at or association with Surface Warfare Officers School or Surface Warfare Schools Command or Afloat Training  Group or Surface Combat Systems Training Command experience.Tactical Action Officer (TAO) qualifications or Surface Warfare Officer (SWO)Prior Surface Navy experience with either Aegis, SSDS or LCS combat systems specifically as a Combat Systems WatchstanderCurrent Secret clearancePrevious experience managing software development projects or HW/SW delivery and installation type projectsExperience managing Government ContractsExperience developing small to large proposals for Development or Sustainment type programs.qualificationsExperience with AS9100/ISO9001 or similar quality standardDAWIA Program Management Certifications or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Salary Range: $124,000.00 - $186,000.00

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.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.