Program Manager 3 - Labs

Northrop Grumman

Actively hiring
Melbourne, FL Posted 31 days ago $166,700$250,100 / year

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TL;DR

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector is hiring a Program Manager 3 to join their Labs Integrated Product Team in Melbourne, FL. This senior role involves leading cross-functional teams to meet program objectives related to cost, schedule, and technical performance, including the creation of the Statement of Work and resource management. The position requires expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies, proposal development, and customer interaction. Ideal candidates will have a background in project or program management with experience using tools like EVMS, IMP, IMS, and Atlassian Suite. They should also possess strong communication skills, the ability to manage large-scale projects ($20M+), and prior leadership roles such as Project Lead or Cost Account Manager.

Skills

Earned Value Management System Integrated Master Plan Integrated Master Schedule Risk and Opportunity Management Atlassian Confluence JIRA Agile Methodology Kanban Sprint EVMS IMP IMS

What you'll do

  • Direct cross-functional IPTs to meet program objectives in cost, schedule, and quality.
  • Create and finalize the program Statement of Work and operating budgets.
  • Manage program resources, including workforce planning and budget adherence.
  • Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.
  • Act as customer contact for program activities and lead review sessions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 9 years of related experience or Master’s degree and 7 years of related experience
  • Professional background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and business management
  • Ability to maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance within a reasonable period
  • Experience using program management tools like EVMS, IMP, IMS, Risk and Opportunity Management
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships
  • 3 years of experience in Project Management or Program Management roles
  • Prior CAM (Cost Account Manager) experience

Market check

Salary context

This $166,700–$250,100 range sits above 66% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$143,000$234,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$165,000$214,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

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 173 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $113,900–$170,950 across 168 roles with salary data.

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