Manager Programs 2 -Antares 330 and MLV Chandler, AZ

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.

Antares is seeking a Program Engineering Manager (PEM). Primary duties will be overseeing Avionics and Software development and test for both the Antares 330 (A330) launch vehicle and the Medium Launch Vehicle (MLV). Additional responsibilities will be assigned on an ad hoc basis. This position maybe located in Chandler, AZ or Sterling, VA.

A330 is the next generation of Antares which will use a new LOX/RP first stage with the same second stage as A230. MLV will use the liquid first stage developed for A330 with a newly developed LOX/RP second stage. Both of these development activities will be focused on reducing costs and the PEM will need to work with matrix organizations, program and LV management to streamline activities and reduce costs without compromising reliability.

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

Basic Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering plus 9 years of related experience; Masters degree plus 7 years of related experience.

U.S. Citiizehship is required

Ability to travel is required

Salary Range: $127,700 - $221,800

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.

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