Northrop Grumman (DoD SkillBridge) Tech Ops Project Manager (level 3/4) - Military Veterans

Requisition ID: R10177434

* Category: Program Management

* Location: Clearfield, Utah, United States of America

* Clearance Type: Secret

* Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

* Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

* Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

* Positions Available: 1

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 (DoD 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.

DoD 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 DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

The Air Dominance Engineering Directorate has an opening for a full-time Principal or Senior Principal Project Manager - Technical Operations (Tech Ops). This position is located in Clearfield, Utah *and will report to *Director of Engineering.  This role works closely with the Engineering Director to meet all current and projected technical operations and project management needs and challenges, and function as focal point and driver for business metrics, data calls, project & team collaboration and financial execution.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

* Represent the directorate as they coordinate with the Director, Department Managers, and Section Managers to analyze and identify department trends, needs, and potential trends in training, funding, and other department metrics (to include staffing)

* Track and facilitate delivery of Directorate actions, audit and correct employee records, and manage delivery of items to schedule

* Establish and manage common approaches, templates, and tools for delivering data from the Directorate to requesting organizations and Leadership

* Represents the directorate through logistics and planning to ensure personnel are provided necessary trainings within budget and on schedule.  Develops & statuses the metrics necessary for reporting.

* Assists with all aspects of staffing to include Onboarding, Clearance tracking, UR&R status, and Hiring Events

This role can be filled at the Principal (level 3) or Senior Principal (level 4) level depending on the qualifications below. 

Basic Qualifications:

* Principal: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience OR a Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience.  An additional 4 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

* Sr Principal: Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related experience OR a Master’s degree with 6 years of related experience.  An additional 4 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

* Knowledge of project management principles and practices

* Demonstrated ability to effectively interface with and present to all levels of employees and leadership

* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance prior to the commencement of employment

* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

* Current active, in-scope DoD Secret clearance or higher

* Bachelor’s degree or higher in related STEM or business discipline

* Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

* Experience developing and executing executive-level presentations and briefings

Salary Range: *$76,600 - $115,000

Salary Range 2: *$95,000 - $142,400

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.

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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.