BACN Manager of Programs 3

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.  From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality.  Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration.  Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world.  With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Program Manager 3 to lead the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node E-11A Platform Maintenance and Main Operating Base (MOB) Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) contract.  Position will be located at Robins Air Force Base, GA.

 

The Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) payload, integrated onto the E-11A aircraft, provides a critical beyond line-of-sight, over-the-horizon communications relay capability.

The E-11A BACN fleet consists of seven (7) Bombardier BD-700-1A10 (Global 6000/XRS) commercial derivative aircraft.  The fleet is distributed between the MOB at Robins AFB, GA and Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) Forward Operating Locations (FOLs) in accordance with operational requirements established by Headquarters Air Combat Command (HQ ACC).  To sustain this high-demand, low-density asset, the Government requires comprehensive fleet sustainment and aircrew training support.  Current FOL operations sustain 24/7/365 battle rhythm.

The BACN E-11A Platform Maintenance Program Manager, oversees the overall execution of contractor logistics support at the program’s main operating base at Robins AFB, GA, as well as up to two OCONUS forward operating locations, and a maintenance operations center in Middle River, MD, with support from a Deputy Program Manager, Site Managers, and other functional expertise to drive overall execution of E-11A aircraft maintenance.

In addition, the Robins AFB E-11A team will also support CONUS/OCONUS US Military aircraft exercises as well as manage customer-directed modifications/integrations which increase the capability, resiliency and survivability of the aircraft.

The Program Manager is responsible for leading all phases of the BACN E-11A 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:

• Support all aspects of managing the Program Profit and Loss (P&L) and reporting appropriately through Management chain
• Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community
• Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans
• Adapting program organization to effectively address customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations
• Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives
• Working with program functional to develop bottoms up Estimate to Complete (ETCs) driving to Estimate at Complete (EACs)
• 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
• Review and finalization of the program’s Statement of Work, integrated plans and schedules, and change management procedures and tools
• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements
• Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines
• Development and adherence to budget baselines, cost & schedule control
• 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
• Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization
• Defines the work of employees assigned to the program from matrix organizations
• Travel to current OCONUS FOL site to review operations, assess location needs, etc.
• Anticipated travel is 15-20%, depending on the mission requirements.

NGSkills

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years, or Master’s and 8 years’ experience supporting Aircraft Maintenance / Operations and customers and/or project management in military or other industries. In lieu of a degree, 14 years of experience will be considered with a High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a PM or DPM with Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility.
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing program management tools like Risk & Opportunities, Program Execution Framework, etc.
• Experience presenting complex technical programs and concepts to senior management and customers.
• Ability to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel both CONUS and OCONUS).
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance. (An Interim is required to start)
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment with customers on-site.
• Knowledge and previous experience in execution of proposals and contracts under FFP & Cost Reimbursable (CR) CLINs.
• Proficient skill in all Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15 or more years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance/operations, manufacturing, or product support/repair environment.
• Master's degree in a technical discipline related to aviation industry.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience working with Service Contract Act (SCA) efforts.
• Current Secret Clearance.
• E-11A (Bombardier Global 6000), commercial derivative aircraft or similar platform experience.
• Military aircraft maintenance manager experience at a senior level.

Primary Level Salary Range: $151,500.00 - $227,300.00

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.