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 Aeronautics Systems has an exciting opening in the Global Surveillance Division for a Program Planning and Scheduling Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our sector. This leadership role is located in San Diego, CA.

　　As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You create trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change. You ensure that your team has the information and tools needed to perform at their best. You demonstrate our committed pursuit of applying innovation to meet the requirements of our customer. You create and execute strategies that result in sustainable value creation that delivers measurable results.

　　If this is YOU...keep reading!

　　Roles and responsibilities of the Program Planning and Scheduling Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:Manage a team of Program Planning & Scheduling AnalystsProvide Program Planning & Schedule Analysts with day-to-day hands-on support, guidance, troubleshooting, and satisfying Programmatic requirementsPerform mid-year and year-end performance reviewsProject management including managing multiple priorities against ambitious timelinesSupport/coordinate internal and external surveillance auditsEnsure full compliance with corporate policies, with particular focus on implementation of the Northrop Grumman Earned Value Management System (EVMS)Provide project planning support to proposal bids and bid reviewsAdvise program leadership on the integration of project schedules and project master reports with Earned Value Management (EVM)Support customer Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) auditsAttend site business management meetings to define schedule needs and work with Division/Sector Scheduling management on resource allocation needsAssist Sector scheduling group in evaluating goals and objectives for site schedulersPerform in a fast paced, frequently changing, and demand driven environmentFunction as a change agent, creating an environment of trust, compliance, continuous improvement and learningProblem solving and decision making requiring excellent communication skillsTravel 10%, as requiredBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 9 years of relevant experience or 7 years of related experience with a Masters degree.Hands-on experience in Program Planning / Scheduling or Cost utilizing Microsoft Project or similar scheduling softwareDemonstration of a strong understanding of project managementPrior leadership experienceThe willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the timeMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a Business Administration or Engineering with Minimum of 9 years of hands-on experience in Program Planning / Scheduling utilizing Microsoft Project or similar scheduling softwareExperience in a DOD manufacturing or engineering development environment.Proficiency in MS Office Programs (MS Project, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word)Familiarity with Earned Value tools (MPM, Cobra, etc.)Experience in applying integrated cost/schedule and critical path methodologies within an Earned Value (EVMS) environment.Experience using a Monte Carlo schedule risk simulator such as Oracle Primavera Risk AnalyzerFamiliarity with the NDIA's Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide.Experience in Aerospace and/or Defense programs and familiarity with Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) and/or Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR).Current, active US Secret level security clearance or Current, active Top Secret clearance. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

　　Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! Does this sound like what you're looking for?

　　At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

　　Salary Range: $145,500 - $218,300

　　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.