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　　Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems (NGMS) sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 1 to support the Maritime Systems and Integration Operating Unit (OU) in Charlottesville, VA. This OU has a decades long history of providing critical systems to support the mission of the US Navy, US Coastguard, and International Allies. The position will lead the capture and execution of a growing portfolio of maritime navigation and ship systems programs. The successful candidate will be a member of a team of program and project managers and will report to a Manager, Programs 3.

　　 What You'll Get to Do:

　　The primary responsibility 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.

　　Program Managers are responsible for managing all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to: Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community.Developing new business opportunities through development of proposals 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.Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.Develop maintenance concepts for integration, test and repair of fielded products.Overseeing fielded product performance and implementing plans to address failure / negative system performance trends.Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work.Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements.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.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 6+ years or Master's Degree and 4+ years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries. Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager.Demonstrated experience with leading/supporting complex programs and proposals.Experience supporting FFP (Firm Fixed Price), CPFF (Cost Plus Fixed Fee), and T&M (Time & Material) contract types.Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and a demonstrated grasp of program management concepts.US Citizenship.Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.Preferred Qualifications: Experience with design and development of shipboard systems with a focus on Integrated Bridge Systems and Ship Control Systems.Experience with C5I systems & product development.Experience with integration and test of shipboard systems.Experience with repair/sustainment concepts and contracts.Experience / Understanding of Configuration Baselines, Technical Drawing Packages, Engineering Change Notices (ECN's).Experience in the management of Government Property / Material, including the management of Contractor Acquired Property (CAP).Active Secret Clearance.Salary Range: $109,300 - $163,900

　　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.

　　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.

　　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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.