Program Manager 2 - D5 Modernization
About The Position
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Program Manager 2 for the D5 Modernization effort within Fleet Ballistic Missiles in the Propulsion Systems business unit. This position is based on-site at the Bacchus facility in Magna, Utah, and directs program activities from inception through completion, with accountability for safety, cost, schedule, and technical performance. The role leads cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and administrative functions; manages process, tooling, equipment, and digital upgrades; and uses Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tracking to control budgets and schedules. The Program Manager serves as the primary customer interface, cultivates relationships with internal partners, suppliers, and Lockheed Martin and Navy customers, and coordinates facility planning and future program growth. The role also oversees proposals, business plans, work statements, operating budgets, and financial contract terms. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance is not available. A Secret clearance is required to be obtained and maintained, but is not required to start.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with Engineering or Business/Finance preferred, and eight years of relevant experience.
- Five years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts or programs.
- At least three years of experience as a Program or Project Manager, IPT Lead, CAM, or Team Lead.
- Ability to focus on the big picture while maintaining a safety mindset.
- Proven analytical, technical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ownership mentality.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
- Active Secret clearance.
- Experience managing U.S. Government EVMS compliance.
- Experience with process improvement, Lean Management, or Six Sigma.
- Experience with long-range planning.
- Familiarity with solid rocket motor manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with NG Bacchus factory operations.
- Experience in supplier management.
Responsibilities
- Direct all program phases for D5 Modernization efforts at Bacchus, maintaining accountability for safety, cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Lead manufacturing process optimizations, tooling enhancements, equipment replacements, and operational qualifications.
- Direct digitization of data, analytical tools, and production processes to improve system metrics and efficiency.
- Serve as the site Control Account Manager and use EVMS tracking to maintain cost baselines and prevent scope creep.
- Lead cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and administrative teams, holding them accountable and removing operational roadblocks.
- Serve as the primary interface with engineering, operations, suppliers, and resident Lockheed Martin and Navy customers.
- Coordinate with site facilities and CapEx teams to identify, estimate, and scope long-term facility infrastructure needs and improvements.
- Oversee preparation of proposals, business plans, work statements, operating budgets, and financial contract terms for future program growth.
- Partner with cross-functional Program Managers to align resource allocation, prioritize master milestones, and support modernization objectives.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
