Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 6/2/2025 3:01:32 AM

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Current Days Open
39
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
39
First Seen
4/25/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
6/2/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$114,900.00 (Yearly)
9/2/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grummans Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Program Manager 1 to join our E-130J Program Training and Ground Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT) of qualified, diverse individuals in our Strategic Command, Control and Communications Systems (Strategic C3 System) Business Unit. This position will be located in Melbourne, Florida. This Program Manager (PM) 1 position has the responsibility of supporting the Training and Ground Systems IPT Lead with elements of cost, schedule, and performance. Key responsibilities will include: Lead cross-functional IPT to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance for assigned scope Risk and opportunity management Lead Supplier Management Team (SMT) managing suppliers to meet program objectives Assess issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Assess issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals Develops metrics for monitoring the health of project progress and for intervention and problem solving with IPT and Functional Homerooms Leads The successful candidate must have a record of achieving successful outcomes by leading diverse technical teams, navigating internal processes, communicating with customers, creating a work environment that engages our employees, managing suppliers, bringing clarity and clear direction to ambiguous situations, excelling in the fundamentals of program management and perceptive use of predictive metrics. We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 6 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 5 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Masters degree and 4 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 3 years) of related experience as defined below. Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions. At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs Must have EVMS or CAM experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cross-functional lead-level engagement (Engineering, GSC, Product Support, Global Manufacturing, Mission Assurance, etc.) Experience with Earned Value Management Experience managing program/projects of > $20 Million / year with Profit & Loss responsibilities. Demonstrated experience meeting customer needs, building strong relationships with strategic partners and guiding program teams and support functions to take action to satisfy customer expectations. Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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