Northrop Grumman · 4 hours ago
Manager Project Management 3 - R10219230
Palmdale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $239K/yr
7+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in technology and innovation, seeking a Manager Project Management 3 for their Palmdale, CA site. This role involves leading operational aspects of Mission Assurance, overseeing meetings and project reviews, and driving strategic initiatives within the organization.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Integrate day-to-day operational objectives to meet the organization’s financial and non-financial goals and assigned Sector Operating Objectives (SOOs)
Identify focus areas for process improvement/streamlining and development and execution of operational initiatives
Support the development and execution of the organization’s Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plan (AOP/LRSP) to include the planning of resources to achieve the plans
Prepare Mission Assurance Functional Homeroom Director for all senior level internal meetings and customer engagements with relevant information/materials such as talking points and relevant background information
Set organizational business rhythms and coordinate the development, review and periodic reporting of applicable operating objectives, and non-financial metrics
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Mission Assurance Functional Homeroom Director and executive leadership team
Drive execution of strategic initiatives and tasks by working with cross-functional teams
Act as a focal point for communication and collaboration among AS Mission Assurance functional leaders
Anticipate and proactively manage the materials, data and presentation needs for upcoming meetings and events
Serve as a representative on select councils and boards
Organize and implement employee engagement activities such as Town Halls, Leader Site Visits, and Leadership Forums
Lead internal special projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 9 years of related experience as defined below: OR a Master's degree and 7 years of related experience as defined below
Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, business management related functions and/or on-aircraft/production experience
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as project management, analytical, planning, and presentation skills are required
Demonstrated ability to foster effective relationships with others, including ability to interact effectively with senior level management
Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information
Demonstrated ability to understand detailed program financial performance; strong problem solving and analytical skills
Strong analytical capability and attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to make recommendations and provide guidance to effectively bring projects to completion
Ability to operate very effectively in an ambiguous environment; identify and proactively determine the best ways to address issues or tasks without specific direction; possess a strategic mindset; identify areas for improvement within the organization and bridge gaps between functions to drive implementation of improvements in identified need areas
Ability to think ahead to anticipate potential challenges; ensuring they are addressed in advance or providing recommended options to leadership when necessary. Must collaborate well with the Leadership Team and possess the ability to influence without direct authority to produce results/outcomes
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and projects within critical deadlines
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Comprehensive knowledge of company and sector operations, policies, procedures, and command media
Ability to travel ~25% domestically
Must have an active DOD Clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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