Senior Director Program Management at Northrop… · Baltimore

Senior Director Program Management Location: United States-Maryland-Baltimore RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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. Job Description Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Maritime Electronic & Information Warfare Operating Unit specializes in the development, manufacture, assembly, testing, and sustainment of key Electronic Warfare Sensors. We are seeking a Program Management Senior Director to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Baltimore, MD. The Program Management Senior Director is responsible for the Maritime Electronic & Information Warfare Operating Unit which includes the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Block 3, Scaled Onboard Electronic Attack, and Long Endurance Electronic Decoy programs. The position has P&L responsibility for management, strategy, and execution including establishing a strong trajectory for growing the business. This position reports to the VP, Land & Maritime Sensors Business Unit. Responsibilities include: Leads and directs cross-functional teams to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives in a matrix organizational environment Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, risk/opportunity management, identifies program problems and obtains solutions Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning Creates a positive employee experience for the employees assigned to the operating unit by focusing on retention initiatives and supporting professional development Delivers presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Cultivates customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community Develops business area strategies and new business opportunities that are consistent with Division/ Sector priorities to drive consistent growth for the operating area Participates in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 12 or more years of program management or related experience; OR Master's degree with 10 or more years of program management or related experience Expertise in program execution to lead the performance of tasks on schedule and at cost on Development and Production programs Capture and Proposal management experience Proven success in leading and influencing individuals and teams in a matrix environment Demonstrated ability to foster existing customer relationships and develop new customer relationships Strong communication and executive presence skills to effectively interact with customer and senior leadership Experience supporting US Government sensor programs (Radar, EW, EO/IR) Must be a US citizen with an active US Government Secret Clearance and ability to obtain special access clearances required; OR DoE equivalent and ability to obtain special access clearances required Exceptional communication, collaboration and executive presence skills Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in engineering and/or business administration 8 or more years leading high volume production programs, development programs or technical teams (engineering management, functional management) Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and new business development Demonstrated knowledge of electronic warfare systems Primary Level Salary Range: $254,200.00 - $381,200.00 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.