Programs Manager III

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted: 58 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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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TL;DR · Programs Manager III

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Manager Programs 3 serves within the Advanced Systems Operating Unit to manage next-generation technologies across the full lifecycle from capture through development and sustainment. The role involves leading teams to develop technical architectures, managing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams, and overseeing resources across multiple divisions to execute awarded programs. Key responsibilities include defining program milestones, tracking integrated schedules, negotiating contracts and budgets, and delivering senior-level briefings that translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. The position requires expertise in profit and loss management, contract Statement of Work administration, and government property compliance. Candidates must possess a deep understanding of airborne radar architectures, electronic warfare system requirements, and avionics integration. Essential skills include managing program performance through key performance indicators while navigating a matrixed organization to deliver value within the advanced mission capabilities domain.

Skills

Project Management Professional (PMP) Electronic Warfare Avionics Datalinks Airborne Radar Technical Architecture KPIs STEM

What you'll do

Lead teams in developing technical architectures and use-cases to position company strengths for added value.
Manage program performance by tracking cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics within a matrixed organization.
Define and enforce program milestones and integrated schedules throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Deliver senior-level briefings that translate complex technical data into actionable insights for customers and stakeholders.
Build customer relationships to identify and capture new business opportunities within the existing ecosystem.
Negotiate contracts, amendments, specifications, budgets, and schedule milestones while protecting program interests.
Direct cross-functional Integrated Program Teams to meet specific cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Manage government-supplied property and information in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What we're looking for

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must possess an active U.S. government Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience supporting U.S. Government contracts.
Experience managing program performance using KPIs, cost, schedule, and technical performance measures.
Experience with profit and loss (P&L) responsibility including budget management, forecasting, and financial performance.
Experience leading cross-functional and matrix teams in a program or operational environment.
Experience serving as the primary customer interface for government, industry, or internal stakeholders.
Understanding of advanced airborne radar architectures, EW system requirements, and avionics integration.

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