Manager of Programs 3 – GN&C SMTL (Supplier Management Team Lead) 18764

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Manager 3 - Supplier Management Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.

The Supplier Management Team Lead’s (SMTL) primary responsibilities are to establish and maintain all of the Guidance Computer Subsystem’s subcontract operations to execute the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of a subcontract. The particular subcontract of interest involves the fabrication, assembly and test of the Guidance Computer Subsystem, including multiple circuit card assemblies (CCA) into the larger configured item subsystem. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Enforcement of subcontractor execution of a Statement of Work (SOW) and support of contract modifications as necessary

• Planning, risk management, and project performance management addressing cost, schedule and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements

• Responsible to manage subcontractor’s performance. Helps to resolve technical and operational problems. Typically accomplishes results through lower level(s) of technical advisement, subject matter experts (SMEs), or focused oversight of subcontractor

• Enforcement of subcontractor execution of a Statement of Work (SOW) and support of contract modifications as necessary

• Planning, risk management, and project performance management addressing cost, schedule and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements

• Responsible to manage subcontractor’s performance. Helps to resolve technical and operational problems. Typically accomplishes results through lower level(s) of technical advisement, subject matter experts (SMEs), or focused oversight of subcontractor.

• Analysis of alternative courses of action. Decisions have risk/reward implications for program or area of influence.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications: 

• Bachelors degree with 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years of experience, or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Active Secret clearance investigated within the last 6 years
• 1 year of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• 2 years of Experience working with a subcontractor in at least a technical advisory role

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or active Top Secret, SCI, and/or Special Access clearance
• MBA
• Knowledge of configuration management best practices, scheduling, and cost estimation
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and to meet program commitments in a highly concurrent engineering environment
• Ability to maneuver effectively through political situations and to anticipate roadblocks
• Experience managing a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience with high-reliability onboard computers, avionics, or other electronic systems
• Experience leading Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) teams
• Experience on ICBM or missile programs
• Experience leading hardware procurement/supply chain operations
• Experience overseeing subcontracts for performance and accountability
• Experience applying Agile and/or MBE to a project
• Strong leadership qualities, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience in a Management role, such as Section Manager or IPT Lead
• 3 years of experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)

Primary Level Salary Range: $166,700.00 - $250,100.00

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.