Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Rocket Center, WV
Salary: $114,900–$172,300 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 6 roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role pays less than 88% of similar roles. Most pay $152,550–$201,400 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $144k versus about $177k 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 629 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 314 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Manager Programs 1

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The Manager Programs 1 joins the Defense Systems sector to support growing business operations. This role involves leading a cross-functional organization to deliver all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule while achieving technical objectives. The individual will manage the entire program life cycle from proposal development through contract closeout. Key responsibilities include directing Integrated Program Teams, measuring performance, negotiating contracts, and managing resources, budgets, and suppliers. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Earned Value Management, and project management toolsets. Candidates must demonstrate core competencies in risk management, scope control, and strategic planning. The work focuses on supporting U.S. Government contracts within the aerospace and defense industry, specifically managing complex subsystems and ensuring adherence to internal processes and industry standards.

Skills

Earned Value Management (EVM) Project Management Microsoft Office Suite Agile Lean Six Sigma PMP Capture Planning Proposal Development Integrated Program Teams (IPT)

What you'll do

Lead cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
Manage the full program life cycle from proposal development and startup through execution and contract closeout.
Develop and monitor budget baselines using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost control methodologies.
Identify, allocate, and manage program resources including workforce planning and supplier management.
Conduct thorough risk and opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation, and realization.
Create and finalize program Statements of Work and manage contract negotiations and changes.
Develop new business opportunities through strategic planning, capture planning, and proposal development.
Cultivate customer relationships to identify and develop new opportunities within the customer community.

What we're looking for

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
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 tasks on schedule, at cost, and achieving all requirements as a project lead, integrated program team lead, or cost account manager.
Basic competency in Project Management skills and toolsets.
Competent in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
Degree in a science, engineering, or business program (preferred).
Experience in the aerospace/defense industry, Department of Defense, or NASA (preferred).
PMP® certification (preferred).
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methodologies (preferred).
Active Security Clearance (preferred).

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