Missile Production Program Manager 3 (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE 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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (DS) is seeking a Missile Production Program Manager 3 to lead AARGM-ER Missile production within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit located in Northridge, CA. Our Advanced Weapons team designs, develops, and manufactures missile systems that support U.S. national and allied security objectives.

This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have an active US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP.

Description:

The Missile Production Program Manager 3 will lead and manage the production of the Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range (AARGM-ER), an air-launched, counter-air-defense weapon system for U.S. and FMS customers. The Missile Production Program Manager 3 oversees production contract execution phases including: kick-off, planning, material procurement, manufacturing, and delivery. The Missile Production Program Manager will be key in the production and strategic follow-on efforts within the AARGM-ER portfolio, reporting directly to the Director for AARGM and AARGM-ER Production Programs.

Responsibilities:

• Production planning, execution, and delivery to cost and schedule, and quality objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and cycle time through data-driven decision making
• Build and strengthen customer relationships to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive capture planning, proposal development, and long-term strategy.
• Direct cross-functional IPTs to achieve performance goals.
• Measure and report on program performance to stakeholders and leadership.
• Negotiate contracts, contract changes, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage program requirements, baselines, resources, and risk/opportunity plans.
• Ensure adherence to all contracts, policies, and industry standards.
• Present to DoD customers, executive leadership, and other key stakeholders.
• Support and at times lead the development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Identify, allocate and manage program resources, including workforce planning
• Coordinate with Government Property team in support of Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.)
• Support the management of Intercompany Work Order (IWO) and Independent Suppliers to meet program objectives

Attributes:

• Production Management: Strong understanding of production and manufacturing processes
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of financial, market, and strategic concepts.
• Capture Management: Ability to anticipate and shape customer needs.
• Communication: Skilled at stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and executive-level reporting.
• Program Growth: Experience identifying and driving business expansion.
• Proposal Development: Ability to shape RFP responses and deliver compliant proposals.
• Risk & Opportunity Management: Forward-looking, analytical approach to uncertainty.  Familiarity with R&O Management processes.
• Customer Intimacy: Builds strong, trusted relationships with customers and partners.
• High Resilience: Integrity and resilience under pressure, and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Continuous Improvement: Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of program management experience OR a master’s degree and 8 years of program management experience. 
• 5+ years managing production programs
• Experience leading high performing, cross-functional teams within the aerospace/defense sector
• Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at or under cost achieving all requirements as either a project lead, an integrated program team lead, or a cost account manager.
• Proficiency in project management tools and processes such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management.
• Management of firm fixed price (FFP) projects
• Active US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP

Preferred Qualifications

• STEM or business degree; PMP® certification.
• 5–10 years of direct production management
• Proposal management experience.
• Experience managing programs as the Prime Contractor for DoD Systems
• Background with Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methods.

Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest. 

Northrop Grumman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions requiring a government clearance.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $187,000.00 - $280,600.00

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.