Manager Programs 2

Northrop Grumman • Corinne, UT

3d • $139,100 - $208,700

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Space Exploration Operating Unit is seeking a Program Manager 2 to support NASA programs developing and qualifying the SLS upper stage for the Artemis IV flight in 2028. Reporting to the Director of Programs, the role supports execution of contracts, development and execution of business growth strategies, profit and loss accountability, and supervision of direct reports and other staff responsible for program performance.

The Program Manager owns overall program management of technical, financial, and contractual commitments. The role requires strong leadership and communication with internal and external customers and functional organizations, and focuses on delivering program commitments while advancing business objectives and identifying new opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• More than 5 years of experience leading task performance to schedule and cost while meeting requirements as a Program/Project Manager, Integrated Program Lead, or Cost Account Manager.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment toward a common objective.
• Strong critical-thinking and logical-reasoning skills, including the ability to solve issues and anticipate potential programmatic and technical risks.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with solid rocket motors or missile defense programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead successful program execution 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 approaches to managing cost versus risk.
• Represent Northrop Grumman to customers, communicate company capabilities, and align them with customer needs.
• Execute programs and resolve issues in accordance with business objectives, contract terms, regulations, and company procedures.
• Balance customer, company, and employee interests 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 management of changes to the program baseline.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively with internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing.
• Keep programs on track to meet master plans, milestones, and delivery commitments.
• Use 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 with financial and program milestones.
• Assist with 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 with customers.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.
• Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

What This Job Offers

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