Programs Manager

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $161,100–$241,700 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 6 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $183k

This role $201k

$135k most similar roles pay here $253k

This role pays more than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $157,962–$208,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $201k versus about $183k 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 455 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 271 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Programs Manager

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The Manager Programs 2 joins the MQ-4C Triton Program Management Team within the Autonomous Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting Business Unit. Serving as a leader for the deputy PM under the Triton Sustainment Business Area, this individual manages cost, schedule, performance, quality, and suppliers for a specific portfolio segment. Daily responsibilities include overseeing project budgets, coordinating proposals and business plans, managing contract negotiations, and leading cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet technical objectives. The role requires expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies, risk management practices, and workforce planning. Candidates must possess skills in developing complex schedules, managing firm fixed price contracts, and maintaining customer relationships. This position supports the sustainment of high altitude long endurance platforms, ensuring all contractual requirements are met while navigating technical performance goals within the global surveillance domain.

Skills

Earned Value Management Project Management Program Management Firm Fixed Price MQ-4C STEM

What you'll do

Manage program cost, schedule, performance, quality, and supplier activities for the Triton Sustainment portfolio.
Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, work statements, and contract negotiations.
Develop and maintain project baselines using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar control methodologies.
Lead cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet technical performance objectives and customer requirements.
Conduct risk and opportunity management practices including identification and mitigation strategies.
Manage program resources, including workforce planning and government-supplied property.
Deliver performance reports and presentations to customers, executive management, and other stakeholders.
Ensure all contractual technical requirements are met while managing changes through formal control boards.

What we're looking for

Must have an active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Bachelor's degree and 10 years of related experience, or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience.
Experience in project management, program management, engineering leadership, capture efforts, proposals, or business management functions.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost and schedule control methodologies.
Ability to develop and manage schedules for major projects or programs.
Ability to apply knowledge of business and financial concepts to program decisions and performance.
STEM degree (preferred); experience managing engineering teams, proposals, or High Altitude Long Endurance platforms (preferred).

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