Programs Manager

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Elkton, MD
Salary
$153,800–$230,800 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
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Similar $180k
This role $192k
$132k most similar roles pay here $241k

This role pays more than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $155,900–$205,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $180k 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 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Programs Manager

The Manager Programs 2 joins the Propulsion Systems & Controls Business Unit to manage full programs or segments of larger programs. This role involves overseeing project performance regarding cost, schedule, technical requirements, and quality for large system development contracts or mid-size contracts. The manager is responsible for supervising staff, ensuring contract compliance, fostering customer intimacy, and resolving complex operational problems. Key responsibilities include managing scope, configuration, and change while identifying risks and opportunities through analytical forward-looking approaches. The ideal candidate possesses skills in Earned Value Management, financial forecasting, and resource planning. Technical proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems is preferred. This role supports the development and production of solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems for government and commercial customers, addressing critical requirements within the defense sector to ensure all technical specifications are met on time and within budget.

What you'll do

  • Manage full programs or segments of larger programs to ensure delivery on cost and schedule.
  • Supervise and provide direction to staff members assigned to various program tasks.
  • Oversee project performance regarding technical requirements, quality standards, and budget constraints.
  • Resolve complex technical and operational problems to keep projects on track.
  • Act as a primary advisor for internal teams and external customer representatives during project phases.
  • Identify and manage risks and opportunities through an analytical, forward-looking approach.
  • Control program scope and configuration to ensure only required work is performed.
  • Manage resources by planning, estimating, costing, and acquiring materials needed to satisfy requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Requires 8 years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers or project management in other industries.
  • Requires 5 or more years of experience in Program Management, Operations, and/or Global Supply Chain Management as a lead.
  • Requires 5 or more years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost, and achieving all requirements.
  • Requires 5 or more years of demonstrated success leading teams or organizations to achieve a common goal.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management is required.

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