Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman

Actively hiring Posted this week
MD Posted 4 days ago $184,300$276,500 / year

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TL;DR

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems sector seeks a Manager Programs 3 to lead multiple programs within the Advanced Radar Systems Operating Unit, focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance management for large-scale defense projects. The role involves cultivating customer relationships, leading cross-functional teams, developing strategic proposals, negotiating contracts, managing suppliers, and ensuring compliance with security regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science with extensive experience in program management, proposal development, and risk management within the U.S. Government sector. Proficiency in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) is essential, along with strong leadership skills to mentor teams and communicate effectively across diverse functional areas. The position requires active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a SAP Clearance, supporting Northrop Grumman’s mission to deliver advanced radar systems for global defense solutions.

Skills

Earned Value Management Integrated Master Schedule Project Management Program Management Risk Management Contract Management Supply Chain Management Security Clearance SAP Clearance Customer Relationship Management Cross-functional Team Leadership Financial Forecasting Schedule Analysis Proposal Development EVMS EVM IPT Lead PME SEIT Lead Digital Engineering Lead

What you'll do

  • Lead cross-functional teams to achieve cost, schedule, and technical targets.
  • Develop strategic proposals and conduct competitive assessments for program capture.
  • Manage contract negotiations, milestones, payments, and scope changes.
  • Establish and maintain program baselines using Earned Value Management Systems.
  • Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Measure and report program performance to stakeholders regularly.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant program management experience or Master’s degree with 6+ years.
  • Demonstrated leadership in large-scale programs with responsibility for cost, schedule, technical performance.
  • Experience supporting proposal execution and development of airborne communications antenna systems or comparable RF technologies.
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and establish effective customer relationships.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance required; Top Secret and SAP clearances preferred.
  • Business acumen using Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedules, financial forecasting.

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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

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