Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman • Corinne, UT

9d • $114,900 - $172,300

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Space Exploration Operating Unit is seeking a Program Manager 1 to support NASA programs developing and qualifying the SLS upper stage for the Artemis IV flight in 2028. Reporting to the Director of Programs, this position supports program execution, business growth strategies, profit and loss accountability, and supervision of direct reports and other staff responsible for program performance.

The Program Manager owns overall technical, financial, and contractual commitments and communicates with internal and external customers and functional organizations. The role leads program execution across safety, quality, schedule, technical requirements, and cost; manages performance and financial milestones; oversees budgets, risks, contract matters, and program baselines; and contributes to new business opportunities. Travel is 25% of the time. No relocation assistance is available, and no clearance is required to start.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of related experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• At least 2 years’ experience leading task performance on schedule as a Project Manager, Program Manager, IPT, or team lead.
• Strong critical-thinking and logical-reasoning skills, including the ability to solve issues and predict potential programmatic and technical risks.
• U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with solid rocket motors or missile defense programs.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) or Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead successful execution of programs across safety, quality, schedule, technical requirements, and cost.
• Manage teams to achieve production, billing, and revenue milestones.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to program managers, interns, and cross-functional team members.
• Promote a results-oriented culture, challenge the status quo, and identify creative ways to manage cost versus risk.
• Represent Northrop Grumman to customers, communicate company capabilities, and align them with customer needs.
• Execute programs and resolve issues in alignment with business objectives, contract terms, regulations, and company procedures.
• Balance the interests of customers, Northrop Grumman, and employees in program decisions.
• Lead program participation in customer and internal working group meetings.
• Support request-for-proposal responses and lead commitment reviews with program and Propulsion Systems leadership.
• Establish, communicate, and maintain program priorities, including managing changes to the program baseline.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Keep programs on track to meet master plans, milestones, and delivery commitments.
• Apply Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Factory Schedules, and Earned Value Management principles to monitor and control performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee program budgets and participate in monthly business management reviews and corporate reporting.
• Forecast financial performance and align program actions and communications to achieve financial and program milestones.
• Assist in negotiating contracts, modifications, pricing, and terms, and resolve contract issues with prime and government customers.
• Drive technical excellence by setting program standards and working with technical teams and Operations Program Managers to balance risk and performance.
• Leverage existing programs and Propulsion Systems capabilities to identify, shape, and win new business opportunities.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level