Engineering Program Manager – Secret Clearance

ngc; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking an Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to lead end-to-end engineering execution across a full program lifecycle. You will drive cost, schedule, and technical performance, and partner with Program Managers and Chief Engineers to align scope and staffing for successful delivery.

This role requires a US citizen with an active Secret clearance, a STEM degree with many years of experience in defense programs, and a proven ability to manage

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics or other STEM field with 8+ years of related experience, MS degree in STEM field with 6+ years of related experience, or PhD in STEM field with 4+ years of related experience
• 1+ years of related engineering experience working in an engineering organization at a defense contractor during EMD and/or LRIP phases
• Experience working collaboratively on complex projects that encompass hardware, software, and firmware
• Experience in development and Earned Value Management (EVM) of cost accounts and schedules
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Engineering leadership

Systems engineering

Earned Value Management

Security clearance

Defense programs

Education

BS in STEM

MS in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

SysML

DOORS

Enterprise Architect

Cameo

MBSE

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking an Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to lead end-to-end engineering execution across a full program lifecycle. You will drive cost, schedule, and technical performance, and partner with Program Managers and Chief Engineers to align scope and staffing for successful delivery.

This role requires a US citizen with an active Secret clearance, a STEM degree with many years of experience in defense programs, and a proven ability to manage