Director, Space Programs I — Secret Clearance Leader

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 194,000 - 337,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Director of Programs to lead a portfolio of defense programs in the Space Systems division. The role reports to an Operating Unit and requires an active Secret clearance and US citizenship, with on-site work in VA and travel as needed.

You will mentor program managers, drive cost/schedule/quality, shape growth opportunities, and collaborate with partners to meet customer needs. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus 10+ years of program or PM experience.
• Active Secret clearance at application; Top Secret eligibility.
• Experience leading DoD programs and program portfolios.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with executives.
• Profit and Loss experience on an integrated program team.
• Proposal leadership experience.
• U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for a portfolio of programs with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Drive risk management and performance across the portfolio.
• Mentor program managers and set clear expectations.
• Engage with customers and partners to align capabilities and growth.

Skills

Program leadership

Risk management

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Proposal leadership

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Director of Programs to lead a portfolio of defense programs in the Space Systems division. The role reports to an Operating Unit and requires an active Secret clearance and US citizenship, with on-site work in VA and travel as needed.

You will mentor program managers, drive cost/schedule/quality, shape growth opportunities, and collaborate with partners to meet customer needs. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.