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TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 is seeking a **Manager Program Control 3,** to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position can be located in Mclean, VA or Full Time Telework supporting the **Program Control & Schedule Management Homeroom** within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems Sector.

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.

This Manager Program Control 3 position is responsible for indirectly leading a geographically dispersed team of Cost & Schedule Management (C&SM) professionals overseeing the Earned Value Management (EVM) and Program Controls (PC) compliance on Defense Systems (DS) Sector contracts. This position reports to the DS Program Controls Homeroom Director and supports all EVM and Program Controls requirements for the DS Sector. More specifically, this position is responsible for conducting EVM oversight on DS programs, maintaining compliant EVM policies and procedures at the corporate/sector level, conducting EVM compliance reviews on DS programs, interfacing with internal/external customers on EVM matters (e.g. DCMA), helping DS programs implement common processes, and training/mentoring DS personnel on proper EVM practices. The Manager Program Control 3 will interact with senior leaders across NG and must possess strong business acumen and communication skills.

The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), program planning and scheduling, program control, estimates at completion (EAC), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), indirect rates, financial forecasting, and budgeting. The ability to analyze complex problems, develop actionable solutions, and drive execution through coordination with peers is key to success. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a dynamic environment and develop and motivate staff with a focus on continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree with 9 plus years or 7 with Masters with management experience

+ Understanding of ANSI/EIA-748 Earned Value Management (EVM) guidelines, program planning and scheduling, program control, estimates at completion (EAC), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), indirect rates, financial forecasting, and budgeting

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

+ Ability to travel at least 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field; Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) degree preferred

+ Thorough working knowledge of ANSI/EIA-748 Earned Value Management (EVM)

+ Understanding of Agile planning practices and how they interface with EVM

+ Familiarity with the DCMA EVMS Compliance Metrics (DECM) and their use in the Joint Surveillance Process

+ Experience with developing program schedules, performance management baselines (PMBs), estimates at completion (EACs) in a fully EVM compliant contract

+ Familiarity with the financial planning process (Long Range Strategic Planning, Annual Operating Plan, and monthly financial forecasting process)

+ Proficiency with following business systems: SAP & CostPoint (accounting systems), COBRA (or similar project management software), and Deltek Open Plan / Microsoft Project (or similar scheduling software)

+ Experience leading DCMA/DCAA, Deloitte, and Internal Audit surveillance reviews on Earned Value Management (EVM) and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) controls

+ Experience responding to Corrective Action Request (CAR)s from DCMA or other internal/external audit authorities, to include the creation, execution, and closure of Corrective Action Plan (CAP)s.

+ Active Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

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.