Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Rolling Meadows, IL
Salary: $184,300–$276,500 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 8 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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

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JOB TITLE: Manager Programs 3 The Manager Programs 3 will join the Emerging Capabilities Development organization to lead Research and Development programs. This role involves managing a cross-functional team to ensure all contractual requirements are met on cost, schedule, and technical performance. Key responsibilities include overseeing the full program life cycle from proposal development through execution, managing resources, and reporting performance to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will utilize skills in RF Electronic Warfare systems, software defined sensors, and electronic systems. Required tools include the Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project. The role focuses on developing multi-function capabilities and solving technical problems within the domain of U.S. Government programs, specifically involving material acquisition, contract deliverables, and strategic planning for new business opportunities.

Skills

RF Electronic Warfare Research and Development Earned Value Management Microsoft Project Microsoft Office Suite RFP Analysis System Design Testing Deployment Proposal Development STEM

What you'll do

Lead a cross-functional program team to develop multi-function capabilities from inception through completion.
Manage the cost, schedule, and technical performance of Research and Development programs.
Identify, allocate, and manage program resources including workforce planning.
Measure and report program performance to internal and external stakeholders.
Interface with customers, suppliers, and industry partners to manage requirements and expectations.
Develop and deliver presentations to customers, executive management, and other stakeholders.
Identify new business opportunities through strategic planning, capture planning, and proposal development.
Manage customer and capital property.

What we're looking for

US Citizenship is required.
An active/current U.S. government Secret clearance is required.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Government programs, project management, or RF Electronic Warfare systems.
Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Government proposal development, including RFP analysis, technical input, cost/schedule input, or compliance review.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing program scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
Active Top Secret Clearance, R&D program management experience, and software-defined sensor experience (preferred).