Job ID: SS20172301-38050

With projected annual revenues of $4.5 billion, approximately 12,500 employees, and operations in about 20 states, Orbital ATK Inc. is a company on the move. Our mission is to ensure that our customers accomplish their mission — whether it’s a technological breakthrough, a satellite launch, or protecting our nation. United in pride and shared goals, Orbital ATK employees come from diverse backgrounds and work together to deliver reliable, innovative and affordable solutions. Work with the best and unleash your potential.

Orbital ATK Defense Systems Group is an industry leader in ammunition, precision and strike weapons, missile-warning solutions, and tactical rocket motors across air, sea and land-based systems. We are the largest U.S. producer of small-caliber ammunition, as well as a leading producer of medium- and large-caliber ammunition and medium-caliber gun systems. Orbital ATK Defense Systems also develops advanced capabilities for missile-defense interceptors, fuzing and warheads, weaponized special-mission aircraft, and propulsion/controls.

Orbital ATK Defense Electronic Systems is a division of Defense Group. Our facility in Northridge, CA is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead special mission aircraft projects.

Key Skill Set Requirements:

• PMP Certified Preferred
• Expert in MS Office including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project
• Experience with EVMS performance cost and schedule controls
• Extensive experience as a Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager on large cross-functional Aerospace/Defense industry program teams – from contract proposal through product delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Aircraft hardware components and subsystems functions is preferred.
• Experience resolving technical, schedule, and cost problems related to the assigned program/product responsibility is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly on the job
• Preference is for current experience as an air vehicle program integrator.

Experience and Education Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree.

Clearance: SECRET Required, TS/SCI Preferred.

Experience: 5 – 9 years of relevant program management experience as an individual contributor, 2 – 5 years of relevant leadership experience.

Job Description – Roles and Responsibilities:

The Senior Program Manager position is generally responsible for developed or mature programs, supporting a single customer, with well-defined plans and methodologies. The Program is usually of low to moderate financial and strategic consequence to the business. The position usually has indirect leadership of matrixes support or leadership of a small team.

Orbital ATK Senior Program Managers have nine key roles in the position, each with general responsibilities, that when fulfilled comprise strategic program management. These roles and responsibilities apply to all program managers, although the degree of emphasis may change with the PM’s level or the nature of the program.

Business Development

• Leverage the existing program to win new, expanded business (actively soliciting follow-on business by making timely presentations, maintaining close customer relations, and tracking customer requirements; and transitioning business opportunities to program management)
• Strategically plan (directing program strategy development that integrates with ATK’s overall business and strategy; and participating in the business strategic planning process)

Financial Performance

• Deliver profit
• Deliver return on investment
• Deliver return on assets
• Manage cash
• Control costs
• Manage risk
• Generate sales
• Integrate program financials with business objectives

Contract Structure and Pricing

• Recommend price (based on market, business strategy, program objectives, and cost)
• Manage contract negotiations
• Endorse final price and contract terms
• Resolve contract issues (including CCN’s and legal issues)
• Direct proposal preparation (to ensure it meets ATK business strategy, is compliant, responds to customer needs, and provides a proper base for successful negotiations and program performance)
• Accountable for application of ITAR export/import controls

Technical Performance

• Drive technical excellence (by setting program standards, challenging threats, balancing risk, and delivering performance)
• Provide quality assurance

Schedule Management

• Oversee the development of a program plan and critical milestones
• Meet master program plans and schedules (identifying and assessing risks, and initiating necessary corrective action)

Company-Customer Interface

• Represent Orbital ATK as a company (bringing the ATK message to the customer; and integrating knowledge of the spectrum of ATK capabilities with understanding of customer needs to promote Orbital ATK)
• Represent the customer to Orbital ATK (understanding the needs and requirements of the customer, and integrating this understanding into proposal development, program execution, and business strategy)
• Service the customer (executing the program and resolving issues in accordance with business objectives, strategy, legal requirements, regulations, contract terms, and company policies)
• Balance the interests of the customer, Orbital ATK, and employees (ensuring stakeholder objectives are aligned)

Program Team Management

• Structure a program team (to ensure maximum performance)
• Identify supporting functional staff
• Develop subordinates, manage team personnel
• Set role and performance expectations, and provide ongoing feedback and performance appraisals
• Provide overall leadership and direction to the program team (to include coaching team members, resolving conflict, reviewing performance, and initiating corrective actions, if necessary)
• Direct the performance of program functions (such as procurement, manufacturing, quality control, and logistics)
• Manage personnel

Supplier and Subcontractor Management

• Oversight for internal subcontract managers
• Review / approve all subcontract Statements of Work
• Assist in identification / set-up of teaming arrangements

Program Execution

• Establish and clearly communicate overall program objectives, mission, vision and strategy
• Establish program priorities
• Champion company values, especially safety
• Ensure program-wide focus on safety, reliability, cost, and schedule, and adequacy of systems, procedures, and people for long-term success
• Oversee program planning and execution through applicable phases: Concept, exploration, engineering development, advanced development, production, sustainment, retirement, etc.
• Meet company and customer requirements (balancing the multiple roles and differing requirements)
• Drive timely and clearly communicated decisions and recommendations
• Generate application of six sigma and “lean” principles and tools (throughout program planning and execution)
• Challenge business impediments to excellence and continuous improvement
• Drive data-based decision making through the program
• Perform execution excellence with performance, cost and schedule control
• Perform risk mitigation, risk cost and controls
• Accountable for financial reporting including profit and loss of each program

Orbital ATK is applying entrepreneurial thinking and commercial practices to deliver reliable, innovative and affordable products and services to our customers. When encouraged to think beyond the ordinary, you’ll be amazed at what you can do!

If you are a dynamic, successful, driven professional, Orbital ATK is the company that will further your experience and career growth. We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D