Manager of Programs 1 - Remote Sensing Programs - R10194537

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); Remote; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager Program 1 to lead innovative projects in high-volume space payload manufacturing. This role offers the chance to shape the future of technology in a collaborative environment that values intellectual curiosity and diversity. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a proven track record in project management, ensuring that all test equipment is efficiently integrated and meets production schedules. Join a team that thrives on pushing boundaries and making history in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Savings Plans

Overtime Eligibility

Shift Differentials

Bonuses

Long-term Incentives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management or related field.
• Ability to lead tasks on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage build and integration of Factory Test Equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration

Complex Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Earned Value Management

Production Scheduling

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At 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 Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for a Manager Program 1 to support the Speargun Production Program in the Active RF OU in Linthicum, MD. This program is responsible for the manufacturing and testing of high-volume space payloads.

The ideal candidate will possess strong execution skills and collaborative people skills with the proven ability to work within a technically dynamic, high-growth, and fast-paced operating unit.

The selected candidate will lead and manage the build and integration of Factory Test Equipment efforts with XDREX, Panel, ESA, Payload, and Processor. This position reports to the AI&T PM for the program and will be responsible for:

• Understanding test flow for hardware built at Space Autoline & Test (SALT)
• Ensuring all test equipment, including thermal chambers, has floor space allocated through facilities
• Working with calibration services to schedule hardware calibration with minimal production disruption
• Attending engineering IPT meetings to understand technical challenges that may pose risks for test set build
• Setting expectations for technical staff supporting hardware and software integration
• Collaborating with Mission Assurance, Test Engineering, and AI&T leads to complete gating events for Test Equipment certifications
• Coordinating with manufacturing leadership for release and assembly of test equipment
• Developing test equipment and build plans aligned with the production schedule
• Managing tasks within cost and schedule constraints

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience or a master’s degree with 3+ years; PhD with supporting experience
• Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, current and within scope, with ability to obtain SCI access
• Experience leading tasks on schedule, cost, and requirements
• Ability to perform complex tasks and determine objectives
• Experience in planning schedules and activities to meet objectives
• Ability to respond to executive and customer goals rapidly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership or managerial experience
• Experience with factory execution of production programs
• Leadership experience on government programs over $10M
• Experience with earned value management and capture management
• Experience working with geographically diverse teams

Salary Range: $124,000.00 - $186,000.00

The salary range is a guideline; actual offers depend on various factors including experience, education, and skills. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, and long-term incentives. Northrop Grumman offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, paid holidays, and PTO.

The application period is estimated at 20 days from posting, subject to change based on business needs and candidate availability.

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 more details, visit our EEO statement. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.