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Sentinel Command Systems Execution & Operations Manager 3 – 18814

Roy, Utah, United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sentinel Command Systems Execution & Operations Manager 3. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel program.

With general guidance from management, this position is responsible for providing leadership to a customer-focused team. Committed to increased quality and productivity to meet program requirements. In accordance with organizational and leadership goals, provides direction on activities, behaviors and results. Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings that cultivate and reinforce appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors consistent with Northrop Grumman leadership behaviors and Northrop Grumman values. Identifies and analyzes problems, plans, tasks, and provides solutions. Provides guidance to team on development, performance, and productivity issues.

What you will get to do:

  • Serves as the Execution and Operations lead for the Command Systems Execution and Operations team, reporting to the CS PE&O Director. Operates in a leadership capacity supporting the CS BU and managing the daily operations of the team.
  • Directly responsible for directing team members to prepare, coordinate, and facilitate executive level and customer level engagements to include distinguished visitors and program level meetings.
  • Support executive level meetings using platforms such as Jira and Confluence as needed.
  • Responsible for PE&O Contract Data Requirements List deliverables as required or assigned.
  • Manage the team rhythm to enable and integrate BU-level execution of objectives.
  • Manage program archives and maintain repository and associated files to ensure continuity of operations and lines of communication both internal to program and with external stakeholders.
  • Responsible for supporting program communications and executive directives.
  • Oversee facilities and space planning, seating, and ensure IT Infrastructure and software requirements (license needs, software, computers) are met according to team needs.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
 

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; master's degree and 6 years of experience or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree

• Must be a U.S citizen and have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance within scope (<5 years), and be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP)

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance

• Experience leading the execution of tasks on schedule, within budget, and achieving all requirements

• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles

• Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated track record / experience in Program Management and execution

• Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including presentation experience and the ability to work seamlessly with a diverse community of stakeholders

• Agile / Scrum Experience

• ICBM Program Experience

• Active TS clearance

• Current / Active Special Program Access (SAP)

• Experience as an EVMS Control Account Manager (CAM)

• Experience building strong customer relationships

Primary Level Salary Range: $137,800.00 - $206,600.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the United States, building advanced systems across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. The company is known for some of the most complex defense programs in the world, including stealth aircraft, autonomous systems, missile defense technologies, satellites, and space-based intelligence platforms that support U.S. national security operations.

For job seekers, Northrop Grumman offers careers across a wide range of high-impact fields including aerospace engineering, software development, cybersecurity, systems engineering, manufacturing, program management, and intelligence support. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on mission-critical systems that directly support the Department of Defense and intelligence community. Many roles involve long-term programs with significant technical depth and real-world operational impact.

Unlike smaller defense startups focused on narrow capabilities, Northrop Grumman operates across multiple major mission areas, giving employees exposure to highly advanced programs such as stealth platforms, space systems, autonomous vehicles, and next-generation command-and-control systems. The company is also a major leader in classified space and intelligence systems, where cutting-edge engineering and secure infrastructure play a critical role in national defense.

As global competition in space, cyber, and advanced military systems continues to intensify, Northrop Grumman remains one of the most strategically important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking stable, highly technical careers with long-term impact on national security, Northrop Grumman continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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