Sr Staff Project Engineer (Level 5)Position Overview: The selected Staff Project Engineer (level 5) responsibilities include the Control Account Management of the In-Flight Interceptor Communication Systems (IFICS) Data Terminal (IDT) product within the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) program. You will be responsible for performing proposal development and writing, schedule development, time-phase budget planning, earned value management system (EVMS) reporting, and managing a major subcontractor to best meet dynamic customer needs for new and existing features of the IDT system, collaborating with team members, and working in a cross functional team.Essential Functions:Develop Proposals and Program Management Estimates and resolve proposal preparation problems and assess the progress against established plans and parametersPlans and coordinates the labor, schedules, and resources required for new or existing programsDevelops and adheres to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools to include supplier integrationCoordinate with internal and external customers and integrated product teams.Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.Monitors program progress and identifies risks and issues.Day-to-day collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely awareness of project updates.Determines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets and schedules, and manpower requirements.Compliance with organizational processes and proceduresEvaluation of financial variances and changes to baseline plansSupports and participates in negotiations with customerFormulates and recommends corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements.Develops forecastSupports Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and DCMA Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR)Developing executive level presentationsRisk and Opportunity Development and ManagementSupports consistent CAM approach across all cost accounts on the program to include supporting submission of high quality monthly financial CDRLs and supporting auditsThe selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 12 Years with Bachelors in Science; 10 Years with Masters; 8 Years with PhDA current, active DoD Secret clearance is requiredAbility to interpret and comply with Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and proven experience in cost estimation and schedulingExperience supporting DoD proposal activities that include BOE development, Integrated Master Schedule input, and writing contributions on multiple proposal activities.Proven experience with presentation/briefing developmentDemonstrated skills in the organization and execution of tasks and projectsDemonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsExperience with communicating with stakeholders through organized processes to ensure that program information is defined, collected, shared, understood, stored and retrieved in a manner that effectively meets program stakeholder needs.Experience identifying and addressing program impacts through systematic, proactive approach to issue and problem resolution that identifies, communicates, monitors and promptly resolves conflicts across all levels of the program.Experience monitoring/controlling program plans, cost and schedule baselines that meet both program contractual requirements and stakeholder expectations.Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needsPreferred Qualifications:Experience in systems engineering, requirements, verification development and product development processes and application to complex weapon or space systems.Security+ certificationGMD/MDA ExperienceMissile Defense ExperienceProven experience managing a major subcontractorExposure to Earned Value Management and AgileDemonstrate a track record as an effective collaborator, communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrate a commitment to ethics and integrity, and the capability to innovate while challenging traditional ways of doing business.Show experience developing capabilities to build diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced between interpersonal, business, and technical capabilities.Demonstrate an ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across the organization as required to accomplish the team goals.Assist Leadership with proposals and other contract modifications.Exposure to all parts of the Systems Engineering LifecycleWhat We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success.
The benefits available at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:Health PlanSavings PlanPaid Time OffEducation AssistanceTraining and DevelopmentFlexible Work ArrangementsThe 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.
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