Operations Execution Project Management 3

Requisition ID : R10167459

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Category : Program Management

Location : Sunnyvale, California, United States of America

Clearance Type : Secret

Telecommute : No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required : Yes, 10% 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.

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 3 to support the Operations Execution Management / Operations Program Management organization in Sunnyvale, CA .

The Operations Execution Manager / Operations Program Manager (OEM / OPM) department manages all phases of program manufacturing from inception through completion.

The OEM / OPM group is responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the manufacturing scope on development, LRIP, and production programs.

The OEM / OPM leads and coordinates manufacturing activity across the program life cycle, from capture / proposal through execution / production and contract closeout.

The OEM / OPM coordinates the preparation of operating budgets and manufacturing plans. The OEM / OPM team has management accountability in support of the Program Management Organization’s execution of contract satisfaction : on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements.

They act as the primary customer / PM contact for all manufacturing activities, leading program review sessions with customer / PM to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Primary responsibilities include :

Cultivating internal customer relationships.

Developing long-term strategic planning, and development of proposals and business plans.

Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives on manufacturing scope.

Measuring and reporting program performance.

Delivering presentations to executive management and other program stakeholders.

Participating in the creation, review, and finalization of the manufacturing Statement of Work.

Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements.

Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines.

Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools.

Identifying, allocating, and managing program resources, including workforce planning.

Managing Government / customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.).

Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards.

Ensuring Operations team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities.

Development and adherence to master plans and schedules.

Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation, and realization.

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree with 9+ years of experience; Master’s Degree with 7+ years’ experience; PhD with 4+ years of experience supporting U.

S. Government contracts and customers and / or project management in other industries (An additional 4+ years’ experience in manufacturing program / project management considered in lieu of degree).

5+ years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager.

5+ years of demonstrated success leading teams / and or organizations to achieve a common goal.

Fluent with MS Office products - PowerPoint, Project, Excel, Word.

Experience with ERP / MRP system in a manufacturing environment.

U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications :

SAP experience preferred.

Competency with managing production in SAP in a low volume, high mix manufacturing environment.

Master's degree in Engineering or Management.

PMI certification and / or PMI-based training.

Command of Earned Value Management Concepts and Techniques.

Command of Cost Factors established for estimating and pricing, command of Manufacturing factors.

Government contract experience.

Experience with hardware production proposals.

What We Can Offer You :

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Salary Range : $149,400 - $224,000

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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