(SkillBridge) Project Manager/Principal Project Manager

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
• TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

About the role

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.

NG- Military Internship Program Description

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.

The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29.The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for this internship position are

• Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge.
• During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role.
• The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week.
• Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

• Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment.
• This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training.
• Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship

Additional information

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Project Manager/Principal Project Manager professional to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Oklahoma City, OK. This is an individual contributor role and is not a management/leadership opportunity.

This position is for the role of a Program Integrator. The selected candidate will be part of a diverse organization of project integrators within the Program Operations Homeroom. The candidate is responsible for overseeing and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as the liaison between program management and integrated product teams. This individual contributor will work side by side with the Program Manager on all program reporting and executive level presentations.

The candidate should understand the IMF and 5.0 Program Management processes and procedures. They should adhere to NG processes and apply them to working internal projects. They should have knowledge of industry practices and standards and demonstrate the skill and ability to perform professional tasks. This individual should possess leadership and team building capabilities and have strong interpersonal skills. Must possess solid organization abilities and be a motivated, flexible team player. Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities for this position include

• Programmatic operation and integration directly supporting the Program Office in day-to-day execution
• Assess program issues, and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives
• Manage program risks and opportunities per the Risk and Opportunities Management Plan (ROMP)
• Development, implementation, and maintenance of tools/templates for monitoring project progress
• Preparation of status reports and presentations for NGC internal and Customer meetings
• Supporting and generating proposal documentation as needed

This position can be filled at either a Project Manager level or a Principal Project Manager level.

Basic Qualifications for Project Manager

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 3 years' experience in Project Management, Program Integration/Execution with Bachelors; OR 1 year experience in Project Management, Program Integration/Execution with Masters
• Experience with Microsoft Office tool suite; the ability to create, manage, and manipulate the tools, especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Understanding of the Integrated Management Framework (IMF)
• Experience with interfacing with all levels of employees and Leadership
• Active Secret or higher clearance (last investigation completed within last 6 years)
• Ability to attain and maintain program access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Manager

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 6 years' experience in Project Management, Program Integration/Execution with Bachelors; OR 4 years' experience in Project Management, Program Integration/Execution with Masters

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Special Program Access
• 7+ years' experience in Project management, Program Integration/Execution
• Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with formal Risk Management including tools and Risk Management process
• Master's Degree from an accredited university
• Possess the ability to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing environment
• CAM Certification or related experience, PMP Certification Aerospace and/or Defense Industry Experience
• Strong written and verbal communication, including presentation skills to senior leadership

Primary Level Salary Range

$77,000.00 - $115,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$62,100.00 - $93,100.00

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.