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Northrop Grumman Corp. lists this Program Management Director opportunity in elkridge, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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 Mission Systems Long Range Air Defense & Domestic Systems (LRAD & DS) Operating Unit specializes in the development, manufacture, assembly, testing, and sustainment of international Air Surveillance Sensors and Systems, Bio-detection systems, and Air Traffic Control capabilities. We are seeking a Program Management Director to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Elkridge, MD.
The Program Management Director is responsible for the North Africa Programs which includes the delivery and sustainment of numerous long-range sensors, including the TPS-78 ADCAP and TPS-703 Maritime surveillance radars, and the air surveillance command & control capability.
Responsibilities include:
Capture and execution of international Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) contracts
Lead and direct cross-functional teams to meet program cost/EVMS, schedule and technical performance objectives in a matrix organizational environment
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, risk/opportunity management, identifies program problems and obtains solutions
Identify, allocate and manage program resources, including workforce planning
Create a positive employee experience for the employees assigned to the operating unit by focusing on retention initiatives and supporting professional development
Deliver presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders
Cultivate customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community
Develop business area strategies and new business opportunities that are consistent with Division/ Sector priorities to drive consistent growth for the operating area
Engage Commission Sales Representatives (CSRs) to assist in the marketing and sale of products to foreign governments, where applicable
Develop relationships with high-ranking military officials and local Embassy officials in pursuit of new business opportunities
Develop relationships with senior leaders in partner industries (suppliers, subcontracting) including international companies
Lead the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions
Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with peers, division and matrix leadership, and regional/division HR business leaders
Using data and analytics, develop solutions to current business issues as well as proactively engage in risk mitigation
Analyze and concisely present information to the management team to enable good business decisions
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or business administration 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. Minimum 5 years of international program management with DCS contracts
Expertise negotiating contracts with international customers including at least one MENA country
Experience with US Export Regulations /licensing processes and their applicability to Foreign DCS contracts
Expertise in program execution to lead the performance of tasks on schedule and at cost on Development and Production programs
International Capture and Proposal management experience
Proven success in leading and influencing individuals and teams in a matrix environment
Proven success with managing international suppliers
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
Must be a US citizen with an active US Government Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with International Consultants and CSRs
Experience developing and implementing offset/localization projects with international companies
Experience in other parts of the world such as South America
Familiarity with US Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts
8 or more years leading production programs, development programs or technical teams (engineering management, functional management)
Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and new business development
Demonstrated knowledge of radar systems
Understanding of cultural sensitivities in MENA region
Primary Level Salary Range:
$214,100.00 - $321,100.00
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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Worksite address
elkridge, MD, 21075, US
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