Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector seeks a Director 1, Programs to lead the Test & Training Infrastructure Integrated Product Team within its Launch Systems Business Unit in Roy, Utah. This executive role involves setting a clear vision for the team and building high-performing teams through mentoring and development plans. The director will drive execution across multidisciplinary projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics are met while fostering strong partnerships with customers and industry partners. Key responsibilities include proactive risk management, timely decision-making, and implementing process improvements to maintain forward momentum. Ideal candidates have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including program management on development programs, and possess an active DoD Secret clearance. Experience in construction or facilities management and TS/SCI clearance are preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work closely with diverse organizations, are essential for success in this role.
Set a clear vision for shaping and growing the Test & Training Infrastructure IPT.
Build and maintain high-performing teams with mentoring and development plans.
Drive execution across multidisciplinary teams to meet cost, schedule, and technical metrics.
Lead with courage by fostering empowerment and accountability within the team.
Respond resiliently to challenges by managing risks proactively and implementing recovery plans.
Act swiftly by making timely decisions and advocating for initiatives across stakeholders.
Implement process improvements and strategic initiatives to maintain execution velocity.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of applicable experience or Master’s and 8 years’ of experience.
Active DoD Secret clearance completed within the last 5 years.
Experience leading people and managing cost, schedule, and technical performance.
3+ years experience in program management on development programs.
Demonstrated effectiveness in achieving results through managing people and understanding internal processes and customer/supplier relationships.
Market check
Salary context
This
$193,800–$290,600
range sits above
76%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$151,800–$242,500
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$158,800–$237,585
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 238 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense
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