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About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Northrop Grumman currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
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Manager Program 2 ( Fleet Readiness and Sustainment) joins the E-2D Fleet Sustainment Integrated Product Team within the Multi-Domain Command and Control business unit. This leadership role is responsible for managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs while leading cross-functional teams to meet specific objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include establishing milestones, monitoring master plans, identifying risks, and managing resources including workforce planning and supplier management. The role involves cultivating customer relationships, developing new business through strategic planning, and responding to requests for information and proposals. Key skills required include proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost and schedule control methodologies, risk and opportunity management, and contract negotiation. This position addresses the technical challenge of maintaining E-2D aircraft systems within the aerospace domain to ensure continued operational readiness and performance.
What does a Program Manager earn?
Median $175347 from 92 postings across 24 companies.
Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance for programs within the E-2D Fleet Sustainment IPT.
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met and master plans are followed.
Identify, mitigate, and manage program risks while identifying opportunities for improvement.
Develop business opportunities through strategic planning, proposal development, and responding to customer RFIs/RFPs.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers to identify new growth opportunities.
Manage supplier relationships and oversee the use of government-supplied property and information.
Track program requirements and manage budget baselines using Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
Negotiate contracts, changes, specifications, and operating budgets with internal and external stakeholders.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience or Master's degree with 8 years of experience (STEM degrees reduce experience requirement by one year).
Relevant experience in project management, program management, engineering, capture support, supply chain, business management, or other leadership roles.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret Security Clearance (preferred).
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost and schedule control methodologies (preferred).
Experience managing suppliers, risk and opportunity management, or CAM certification (preferred).
Earned Value Management (EVM)
EVMS
Integrated Master Plan (IMP)
Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Risk and Opportunity Management
Proposal Development
Scope Control
Change Management
STEM
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
CPFF
FPIF
FFP
RF Product Development
Project Management
Proposal Development
Statement of Work
Integrated Program Teams (IPT)