Programs Manager I

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Rocket Center, WV
Salary: $114,900–$172,300 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 8 roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $185k

This role $144k

$101k most similar roles pay here $245k

This role pays less than 87% of similar roles. Most pay $160,362–$209,925 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $144k versus about $185k for comparable roles.

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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

Northrop Grumman currently has 331 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$171,000 across 314 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Programs Manager I

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Manager Programs 1 joins the Defense Systems team to manage the full program life cycle, from proposal development through execution and contract closeout. The role focuses on delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule while ensuring all technical performance goals are met for various programs or subsystems. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional Integrated Program Teams, managing project resources, performing risk and opportunity management, and negotiating contracts and budget baselines. The position requires the use of Earned Value Management tools and Microsoft Office Suite to track performance and report to stakeholders. Candidates must possess experience in manufacturing and supporting U.S. Government contracts or project management. This role operates within the aerospace and defense domain, solving complex integration challenges while maintaining customer intimacy and ensuring adherence to strict industry standards and internal policies for government-related projects.

Skills

Earned Value Management Microsoft Office Suite Lean Six Sigma Agile PMP Project Management Proposal Development Manufacturing Aerospace Defense Systems

What you'll do

Lead cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
Manage the full program lifecycle from proposal development through execution and contract closeout.
Develop and maintain budget baselines using Earned Value Management or similar control methodologies.
Negotiate contracts, changes, specifications, operating budgets, and key terms with stakeholders.
Perform risk and opportunity management by identifying, mitigating, and realizing potential issues.
Manage program resources including workforce planning and supplier oversight to meet objectives.
Create and finalize program Statements of Work while tracking all contract requirements.
Cultivate customer relationships and develop new business through strategic planning and proposal development.

What we're looking for

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
Prior experience in manufacturing is required.
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience supporting U.S. Government contracts or project management.
5 years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost, and achieving all requirements as a lead or manager.
Basic competency in Project Management skills and toolsets.
Competent in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
Degree in science, engineering, or business; aerospace/defense experience; PMP certification; Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or an active clearance (preferred).

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