Manager Programs 2 - Northrop Grumman : Job Details

Requisition ID: R10178228 * *Category:* Program Management * *Location:* Apopka, Florida, 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:* 1At 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 Mission Systems' (NGMS) Microelectronics Center (NGMC)* is seeking a *Manager, Programs Level 2 *to support the Advanced Packaging Operating Unit (OU) onsite in *Apopka, FL*. The Advanced Packaging OU develops and deploys next-generation microelectronics packaging technologies for future defense systems. We focus on development, prototyping, maturation, and scaling of advanced packaging technologies to meet the needs of our sectors and their operating divisions. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the execution of semiconductor wafer post-processing development and production efforts. Their primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions. They will execute numerous contractual requirements including: managing cost, schedule, and technical performance; leading interfaces with internal and external customers, and company support organizations; leading development and supporting insertion of these technologies into customer use cases; identifying volume growth and cost reduction opportunities; and interfacing with technical leadership across Northrop Grumman to identify technology needs and timelines to support next-generation systems. *What You'll Get to Do:* Program Managers are responsible for leading all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal technical/cost development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs and include, but are not limited to:* Cultivating internal and external customer relationships to develop further opportunities. * Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and new technology insertion and business plans. * Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives. * Measuring and reporting program performance. * Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders. * 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.) * Managing suppliers to meet program objectives. * Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards. * Ensuring program 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 and 8+ years of relevant experience, Master's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or a PhD and 3+ year of relevant experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries. * Strong technical background in semiconductor design, fabrication and/or advanced packaging. * Demonstrated success leading teams in the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager. * Demonstrated success managing technical communications with cross-functional teams and customers, including engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain. * Strong organization and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels of management and individual contributors. * Ability to travel domestically as required. * U.S. citizenship. * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance and qualify for access to Special Access Programs (SAPs) after starting with the ability to work in classified areas.*Preferred Qualifications:** Active U.S. DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance. * Master's or Ph.D. degree in science and technology. * Strong technical background in the research, development, and manufacturing of semiconductors and advanced packaging. * Experience interfacing with U.S. Government and/or commercial customers. * Prior experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and MS Project. * Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).*Salary Range: *$135,100 - $202,700The 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.