Project Manager / Principal Project Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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’s Defense Systems sector is seeking a Project Manager (Level 2 or 3) to support our growing Bushmaster Chain Gun business at the Mesa, AZ location. This role will report on-site daily to our Mesa, AZ campus.

What you'll get to do:

Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects. Review status of projects and associated budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports. Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress as well as intervention and problem solving with other team members.

Project Managers are responsible for managing all phases of the project life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout).  Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of projects and include, but are not limited to:

• Support Program Managers with leading all phases of the project life cycle: proposal development, startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout) as needed
• Support Program Managers with leading cross-functional team(s) to meet project cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives
• Prepare and deliver presentations to customers and program stakeholders as required
• Support the Program Managers with pre-proposal and proposal activities, including the draft and review of product/part selection, scope of work, and financial requirements of the contract
• Manage project deliverables to ensure on-time compliance
• Support the Program Managers in managing risks and opportunities through allocation of resources, modification of schedule, or revision to contractual terms which working with the Functions, Program Office, and Customer on resolution
• Identify and respond to customer needs to support the Portfolio opportunities and growth
• Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
• Plan, define, establish, communicate, monitor, and control scope to ensure that required work is performed

Desired Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Communicate effectively with leadership regarding program status and escalations.
• Ability to resolve disputes with a positive outcome while maintaining good relationships with stakeholders within the organization and external customers.
• Adaptability to change, high emotional intelligence, proactive risk management and the ability to foster trust through transparency and accountability.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset to identify issues and navigate challenges without delaying projects.

Basic Qualifications:

• For a level 2- Bachelors degree & 2 years of related experience, OR a Masters degree, OR a High School Diploma & 6 years of related experience
• For a level 3 – Bachelors degree & 5 years of related experience, OR a Masters degree & 3 years of experience, OR a High school diploma & 9 years of related experience
• Demonstrated Project Management knowledge and experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage and communicate with cross functional teams internally and with customers externally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)
• US Citizen
• Able to travel up to 5% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in Science, Engineering, or Business
• Experience in the aerospace/defense industry or within the Department of Defense
• PMP® certification

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.

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.