Phoenix Ground Segment Deputy IPT West Coast Lead (T05)

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. The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! We are seeking a Ground Segment Deputy IPT Lead to join our talented individuals within PGS. This leadership role is located in El Segundo, CA, and will be responsible for leading Systems Engineering (SE), Software Integration and Test (SIT), and Training. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical and operational support to the Ground Segment IPT lead for every aspect of day-to-day program execution. You will have responsibility for helping lead a multi-discipline engineering team and help guide all program activities related to design, development, testing, and delivery of the IPT technical requirements as it relates to contractual cost, schedule, and performance commitments. You will serve an integral role in cultivating the Customer relationship, actively managing team requirements, and shaping and nurturing program and team culture. Core Responsibilities: Assist the IPT Lead and act as the primary delegate for all IPT leadership activities Provide overall leadership and direction to the sub IPT leaders and program team (to include strategy development, coaching team members, resolving conflict, and optimizing team level performance) Coordinate/interface across multiple IPTs to define, develop and test the Ground Segment Measure and report program performance through development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) Development and adherence to master plans and schedules Integrated program demand planning (staffing, clearances, etc) Manage risk, issue and opportunity processes Identify potential risks and opportunities that could impact program performance and take proactive action to resolve issues regarding cost and schedule Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customer counterparts Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings at technical and program reviews and boards Deliver presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Contribute to the continuous improvement of Ground system processes and procedures Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree in STEM with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 8 years of relevant experience Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required at the time of application, and ability to obtain program access within reasonable time to support business objectives Experience in a formal management/leadership role of team(s) Experience with EVM/Agile, leading the performance of tasks in regards to cost and schedule Ability to collaborate and provide insight into the status of multiple efforts at various levels of leadership Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Ability to resolve conflict and negotiate with positive outcome while maintaining good relationships with customers Experience in Systems Engineering (SE), Software Integration and Test (SIT), or Training Experience in a rapid software development environment.