Engineering Program Manager Level 3

Northrop Grumman; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to lead end-to-end engineering execution across the full program lifecycle, coordinating hardware, software, and firmware teams.

The role requires 5+ years in engineering leadership within defense programs, strong EVM experience, and a proven ability to drive cost, schedule, and technical performance.

On-site position with relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Physics; MS/PhD in STEM preferred.
• 5+ years engineering experience in a defense contractor environment (EMD/LRIP).
• Experience with hardware, software, firmware integration; EVM and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering execution across the full program lifecycle (capture through delivery).
• Drive cost, schedule, and technical performance with disciplined execution.
• Integrate across engineering functions and partner organizations for cohesive program alignment.
• Enable data-informed decisions using program metrics and performance indicators.
• Ensure adherence and rigor to all engineering processes.
• Partner with Program Managers and Chief Engineers to align scope, staffing, and plans.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and issues early.
• Drive milestone reviews with clear entry/exit criteria and readiness.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Metrics-driven decisions

Communication skills

MBSE modeling

SysML modeling

Earned Value Management

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Physics

MS in STEM field

PhD in STEM field

Tools

IBM Rational DOORS

Enterprise Architect

Cameo

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Engineering Program Manager (EPM) is responsible for leading end-to-end engineering execution across the full program lifecycle. The EPM ensures the integrated engineering team delivers on cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role works in close partnership with the Program Manager and Chief Engineer to drive program success and meet commitments. EPMs are essential to strengthening how we execute—bringing consistency, rigor, and visibility across all engineering efforts on a program.Key ResponsibilitiesLead engineering execution across the entire program lifecycle (capture through delivery)Drive cost, schedule, and technical performance with disciplined executionIntegrate across all engineering functions and partner organizations (GSC, MFG, MA) to ensure cohesive program alignmentEnable data-informed decisions using program metrics and performance indicatorsEnsure adherence and appropriate rigor to all engineering processesPartner with Program Managers and Chief Engineers to align technical scope, staffing, and execution plansIdentify, communicate, and mitigate risks and issues earlyDrive milestone reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) with clear entry/exit criteria and readinessThis position will be full-time, on-site at our Sunnyvale, CA location.Basic Qualifications for Engineering Program Manager:BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics or other STEM field with 5+ years of related experience, MS degree in STEM field with 3+ years of related experience, or PhD in STEM field with 1+ years of related experience5+ years of related engineering experience working in an engineering organization at a defense contractor during EMD and/or LRIP phasesExperience working collaboratively on complex projects that encompass hardware, software, and firmwareExperience in development and Earned Value Management (EVM) of cost accounts and schedulesU.S. Citizenship requiredPreferred Qualifications for Engineering Program Manager:Experience using metrics to drive decisions and program outcomesDemonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills including presentation experience briefing senior levels of leadership, both internal and external5+ years engineering experience, including 2+ years leading multi discipline engineering teamsExperience in all aspects of the engineering process from proposal / requirements analysis through verification testing and fielding of systemsExperience decomposing requirements for DoD-based platforms or systemsDemonstrated expertise in SysML modeling and MBSE tools (e.g., IBM Rational DOORS, Enterprise Architect, Cameo). Ability to develop and maintain system models, traceability matrices, and verification cross‑reference artifactsStrong understanding of engineering execution across the full program lifecycle (beyond task tracking or a single discipline)Proven ability to collaborate across functions, sites, and stakeholdersFamiliarity with Northrop Grumman processes and operating proceduresCAM certification with experience in ETCs and CEACs (or demonstrated experience performing CAM responsibilities)Demonstrated success guiding teams through proposals and Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation, program planning including start-up, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), milestone or gate reviews and through all execution phasesActive U.S. Government Secret security clearancePrimary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.