Unit Director Jobs in Springfield, VA (NOW HIRING)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is looking for a Program Manager 3 to support the Space Superiority Division, Logistics and Servicing (L&S) Operating Unit as the program manager for a critical mission. This position will be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of a classified program located at our Dulles, VA facility. This position reports directly to the L&S Operating Unit Director and will be an onsite position.
As the Program Manager, you will be responsible for the profit and loss of a multiple satellite build of our GEOStar-1 spacecraft platform. The Program Manager will develop and evaluate top-level programmatic goals, define strategies and schedules to achieve those goals, and ensure program execution meets commitments. The candidate will lead a multi-discipline team through the design, build and test of the satellites through pre-ship review. The individual should have demonstrated the ability to proactively mitigate risk, navigate contractual changes during execution and collaborate with our partners to meet the delivery schedule to the customer and internal stake holders.
This is a leadership position with daily executive interactions and stakeholder interactions, and the successful candidate must display consistent impeccable judgment and embody Northrop Grumman leadership behaviors. The successful candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels. He/she must have a strong understanding of business acumen, engineering development, issue and problem resolution, resource management, and program execution throughout all phases of a program life cycle. The Program Manager must be capable of broad, strategic thinking with the ability to recognize and respond to customer needs and to provide program growth that supports organizational objectives.
Responsibilities include, but not be limited to:

• Program Management of fixed price spacecraft contracts
• Cost, schedule, and technical performance of the missions
• Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations
• Leading and directing cross-functional teams to meet program objectives, including technical engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, mission assurance, business management, operations, and other areas of the program
• Measuring and reporting program performance to internal and external executive-level customers and stakeholders
• Establishing milestones and monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, identifying program problems, and obtaining solutions
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions
• Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Evaluating design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for capability improvements and product research, development, integration and test
• Identifying, allocating, and managing program resources, including workforce planning
• Support growth of the business to include proposals and captures for related opportunities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with minimum of 10 years of related management experience in Engineering Management, Operations Management, or Program Management
• Previous Spacecraft experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of EVMS and Risk and Opportunity Management
• Experience as a Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager leading a program or portfolio of programs with a total contractual value of at least $20M
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of business and financial concepts, tools and processes to the benefit of program decisions and performance.
• Ability to build and lead a program team with a vision for success and capable of delegating responsibilities to the appropriate team members
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
• Must be a US citizen and have U.S. Government an Active Top Secret with SCI Clearance at the time of application

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active TS/ SCI
• Space Domain knowledge
• 15+ years' experience in space industry, space operations, mission operations or equivalent
• Previous experience and success with fixed price contracts
• Previous experience as a Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager with P&L responsibilities
• Technical experience in engineering and integration of space systems
• Knowledge of Northrop Grumman internal processes, procedures, and organization
• Demonstrated ability to present effectively to a variety of customers and internal executive audiences

Primary Level Salary Range: $193,000.00 - $289,600.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.