Program Management Director

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Elkridge, MD
Salary
$214,100–$321,100 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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This role $268k
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This role pays more than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $160,250–$219,237 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $268k versus about $190k 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 352 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$171,000 across 337 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Program Management Director

The Program Management Director joins the Long Range Air Defense & Domestic Systems team to oversee North Africa Programs. This role involves managing the delivery and sustainment of long-range sensors, including maritime surveillance radars and air surveillance command and control capabilities. The position carries P&L responsibility for strategy, execution, and growth while leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals. Key responsibilities include capturing international Direct Commercial Sales contracts, managing program resources, and negotiating contract terms with international customers. The candidate must navigate US Export Regulations and licensing processes while building relationships with military officials and international partners. Essential skills include executive presence, cross-cultural communication, and proficiency in risk management, data analytics, and proposal management to resolve complex issues within the air surveillance and defense domain.

What you'll do

  • Manage P&L for North Africa programs including delivery and sustainment of long-range sensors and command systems.
  • Capture and execute international Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) contracts while ensuring compliance with export regulations.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives in a matrix environment.
  • Develop business area strategies and identify new opportunities to drive growth consistent with corporate priorities.
  • Cultivate relationships with high-ranking military officials, embassy officials, and international partners to develop new business.
  • Negotiate contracts, changes, specifications, operating budgets, and key terms with international customers and suppliers.
  • Manage program resources including workforce planning and initiatives for employee retention and professional development.
  • Use data and analytics to identify risks and present concise information to leadership for informed decision-making.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US citizen with an active US Government Secret Clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering/business with experience or a Master's degree with experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of international program management experience with Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) contracts.
  • Expertise negotiating contracts with international customers, including at least one MENA country.
  • Expertise in US Export Regulations and licensing processes for Foreign DCS contracts.
  • Proven success leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment and managing international suppliers.
  • Strong communication skills and executive presence to interact with senior leadership and customers.
  • Experience with International Consultants, CSRs, FMS contracts, or radar systems (preferred).

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