Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities…
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$114k–$171k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities…
Skills: Project Management, Cost Management, Schedule Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$73k–$121k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
Skills: Software Integration, Hardware Integration, System Testing, Troubleshooting, Technical Documentation
Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$73k–$121k/yr
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Skills: Quality Assurance, Mission Assurance, Engineering Drawing Interpretation, Inspection Tools, Micrometers
Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$63k–$95k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities …
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Lancaster, California, United States · On-site
$120k–$149k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$73k–$121k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$63k–$95k/yr
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Skills: Industrial Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessment, ICD 705 Compliance, NISPOM
Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
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$120k–$149k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$76k–$114k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$92k–$171k/yr
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
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Oversee the operational aspects of information system lifecycle activities, managing cost, schedule, and performance for assigned projects. Act as a liaison between the Program Management Office and project teams while delivering status reports and executive briefings to leadership.
Requires a degree (High School to Master's) with 3 to 12 years of relevant experience depending on the level, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. Candidates must have experience leading multiple project assignments and proficiency in tools like MS Project and ServiceNow.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking an Information Systems Project Manager to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Palmdale, CA location.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
Oversee operational aspects of ongoing (deployment) projects and act as liaison between the Program Management Office and project teams.
Effectively manage the cost, schedule, and performance of all tasks, activities, and/or projects/products assigned.
Review status of projects and budgets, managing schedules, and preparing status reports.
Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with stakeholders, including internal and external customers.
Gather requirements and work across multiple teams to support program SOW.
Develop spend plans; track actuals vs. plan.
Continuously communicate with customers, stakeholders, and all resources to support the delivery of all IT services or products assigned.
Prepare and deliver status reports, meeting minutes, and executive briefings to Program Managers, sector executives, and customers.
Create and present project status, including overall status, cost, schedule, current project funding status, and identifying possible risk.
Project integration experience, including strong written and verbal communication; work well with cross-functional and diverse groups; presentation skills; and working with senior leadership.
Facilitate effective staff meetings with focused agendas.
Manage execution across the team, including task tracking and customer engagement.
Lead regular meetings with the team to discuss issues, concerns, and resolution.
Support CIDO management with Engineering Tools demand, utilization, and standardized processes for license lifecycle management.
Possess the ability to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing environment.
Be able to organize and execute tasks well and to a level of completion that creates value given vague success criteria.
Have a positive attitude and be able to overcome obstacles well.
Able to learn new processes and technical information quickly.
This position may filled at a higher level based on the qualifications listed below.
Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; OR an Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma or equivalent with 9 years of relevant experience is required
Candidates must have the ability to obtain a US Government Top Secret level security clearance and associated access to Special Program as a condition of continued employment
Experience leading multiple project assignments
Experience with project management tools and presenting project data like status, risk, and deliverables to key stakeholders
Experience working with an integrated team, including but not exclusive to the program manager, functional managers, and customers
Working experience utilizing tools such as MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, MS Project), TRIO, and Service Now to effectively manage projects
Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR an Associates degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma or equivalent with 12 years of relevant experience is required
Candidates must have the ability to obtain a US Government Top Secret level security clearance and associated access to Special Program as a condition of continued employment
Experience leading multiple project assignments
Experience with project management tools and presenting project data like status, risk, and deliverables to key stakeholders
Experience working with an integrated team, including but not exclusive to the program manager, functional managers, and customers
Working experience utilizing tools such as MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, MS Project), TRIO, and Service Now to effectively manage projects
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Active Secret, Top Secret, SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph
Understanding of budgets and financial cycles within Northrop Grumman
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The 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.We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. 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. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.
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