Manager Programs 2

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’s Mission System (NGMS) sector is seeking a Manager Programs 2 to support the Advanced Land Systems (ALS) Programs onsite in Baltimore, MD. This manager will lead a cross-functional organization supporting proposals and international capture efforts. The proposal activities will span across development, sustainment, production and international opportunities on the program. Our ideal candidate will possess proposal development experience along with exceptional collaborative people skills with the proven ability to work within a technically dynamic, high-growth, fast-paced and strategically important operating unit. The selected candidate shall have experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) international captures. This includes experience with export policy (TTSARB), experience with International Trade and obtaining export licenses and approvals (DSPs/TAAs/MLAs), experience in standing up co-production and creating strategic partnerships in foreign nations (NDAs/MOUs). In addition, the candidate shall have experience working with cross-functional teams to coordinate the proposal lifecycle for an international capture: kick-off meetings, weekly status meetings, Program and functional reviews, and the C101 signoff process. Travel is required 25% of the time domestic and international. What You'll Get to Do: You will be responsible for development that meet schedule and customer requirements. Your other responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: Coordinates the preparation of proposals, capture plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Executing assigned proposals in coordination with project engineers, operations, contracts, and financial personnel in project execution. Strategic thought in developing new business or expanding the product line with the customer(s). Lead each proposal as a project, coordinates staffing resources working with various functional areas for specific needs. Provide for an open and collaborative relationship with customers, subcontractors, business unit leadership, and within related division and sector interests. Works closely with leadership to ensure full compliance with Division, Corporate, and Government policies and BAP process. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of fulfilling each proposal need and will be responsible for NCTA planning and monitoring. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program gate review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance of efforts being proposed. Effectively communicate progress to customers, senior leadership and company wide audiences. Participates in the negotiation of contracts and contract change management. Establishes program milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules. Establishes and manages program risks and opportunities as a part of the proposal process.