Program Manager 2 - Advanced Programs

Northrop Grumman • Corinne, UT

3d • $139,100 - $208,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an experienced Program Manager 2 to provide program leadership to its Advanced Programs / Propulsion Technology & Weapons team. The role is based on-site at the company’s Promontory, Utah offices and leads a portfolio of technically challenging advanced programs supporting the U.S. Government and key partners. The portfolio includes multiple contracts and contract types and technologies such as solid rocket motors, energetic materials, stealth coatings, inks, and automotive airbag testing. The position has significant visibility with Propulsion Systems and NGSP leadership and offers an opportunity to apply a technical background while developing business, leadership, and growth-oriented experience.

The Program Manager owns program success, leading cross-functional teams and managing cost, schedule, scope, quality, and technical performance. The role oversees plant operations and production efforts, manages research and development and internal IRAD projects, and plans and executes discretionary and funded programs. The position also involves customer and partner engagement, business development, proposal management, marketing technical capabilities, and growing NGSP capabilities into new products and offerings. Travel is required, with the posting citing up to 15% in the qualifications section.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• 10 or more years of technical experience in the aerospace/defense industry.
• At least 3 years of program or project management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business development.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership and customers.
• Experience working with a diverse team to accomplish program goals.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to understand and communicate the big picture.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• Expertise in solid rocket motor design and energetic materials.
• Working knowledge of safety and environmental requirements associated with rocket motor manufacturing.
• Strong technical background in solid rocket motor or related energetic materials technology.
• Experience interfacing with internal and external technical personnel and with Safety, Finance, Contracts, and Supply Chain organizations to execute programs.
• Familiarity with business tools and processes used at NGSS.
• Familiarity with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, and T&M.
• Active security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple contracts across the Advanced Programs portfolio, including varied contract types and customers.
• Oversee NG AP plant operations, including automotive airbag testing and evaluation.
• Lead production efforts for stealth coatings and inks.
• Manage contracted technology and research and development for solid rocket motors and energetic materials in support of U.S. Government and partner needs.
• Support and manage internal IRAD projects aligned with portfolio and business objectives.
• Plan, propose, and execute discretionary and funded programs, managing cost, schedule, scope, quality, and technical performance.
• Provide overall leadership and ownership for program success.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve technical, financial, and schedule objectives on complex programs.
• Interface and collaborate with NGSP, Propulsion Systems, and functional organizations and leadership to execute programs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers, prime contractors, industry partners, and suppliers.
• Build working relationships with external customers and communicate marketing, proposal, and program information.
• Market NGSP technical capabilities internally and externally, translating technical achievements into business plans.
• Grow NGSP organic capabilities into new products and offerings.
• Manage proposal preparation and submission, ensuring alignment with NGSP business strategy, compliance with requirements, responsiveness to customer needs, and a foundation for negotiation and program performance.
• Operate effectively across multiple parallel projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage with Propulsion Systems and NGSP leadership to support professional development and contribute to business-unit and company growth.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

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