Programs Manager
Northrop Grumman
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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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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.
Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$176,300 across 353 roles with salary data.
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The Manager Programs 2 leads the AMDPCS Tactical Support program within the Tactical Ground Equipment Business Area. This role is responsible for all programmatic elements including cost, schedule, and performance while shaping strategic vision and driving organic growth. The manager coordinates cross-functional teams across Engineering, Field Support, Training, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Business Management to ensure delivery commitments align with contractual requirements. Key responsibilities include managing risks, monitoring health indicators, providing status communication to leadership, and ensuring technical alignment for product execution. The role requires expertise in complex defense or aerospace environments, executive communication, and organizational financial management including Annual Operating Plans and Long Range Strategic Plans. Preferred skills include experience with tactical shelters, ground platforms, Earned Value Management, and proposal development. Candidates must possess an active Secret clearance to manage these critical defense systems.
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