Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discretionary bonus

Long Term Incentives

PTO (paid time off)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) seeks a Manager Programs 1 in Huntsville, AL, to lead the AMDPCS CET-27 program. You will own execution, balance cost, schedule and performance, and collaborate with engineering, supply chain, production and business management to meet contractual objectives.

The role requires a DoD security clearance, strong leadership, and proven experience in defense programs with EVMS and cost control. Expect interaction with senior leaders and government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant program management experience in defense/aerospace.
• Experience leading programs with cost, schedule and performance accountability.
• Strong communication and briefing skills for leadership and customers.

Responsibilities

• Own overall program execution performance for assigned scope.
• Lead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver program objectives.
• Deliver concise status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead program reviews and governance representations.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and internal governance.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Cost scheduling performance

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Earned Value Management

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE 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.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Manager Programs 1 to lead the Air and Missile Defense Planning and Control System (AMDPCS) CET-27 Program in support of the Tactical Ground Equipment Business Area portfolio of programs in Huntsville, Alabama. In this role, the AMDPCS CET-27 Program Manager is responsible for all programmatic elements including cost, schedule, and performance while shaping forward‑looking strategic vision and driving organic growth. In addition, the AMDPCS CET-27 PM drives collaboration across Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Business Management, and regularly engages with both senior leadership as well as government officials and customer stakeholders. The AMDPCS CET-27 PM is accountable for executing the program, ensuring that performance targets are met and delivery commitments align with contractual requirements and business objectives.Roles and ResponsibilitiesOwn overall program execution performance for assigned scopeLead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignmentEnsure program commitments are executable and aligned to baselineManage program risks and opportunities and drive mitigation plansCoordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on program objectivesDeliver clear and concise status communication to leadership and stakeholdersLead program reviews and provide program representation in governance forumsEnsure alignment between program requirements and product execution activitiesDrive issue resolution across functional boundariesMonitor program health indicators and implement corrective actions as requiredPartner with Engineering and Functional Teams to ensure technical alignment supports program objectivesMaintain compliance with contractual requirements and internal governanceBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree and 5 years of related professional experience; OR Master’s degree and 3 years of related professional experienceExperience leading program or project execution in a complex defense or aerospace environmentDemonstrated experience managing cost, schedule, and performanceExperience leading cross-functional teams within a matrixed organizationStrong communication and briefing skills for leadership and customer audiencesActive DoD security clearancePreferred QualificationsExperience with Air Defense Command & Control (C2) or similar defense systemsExperience in a manufacturing production-based programExperience with Earned Value Management and program financial trackingDemonstrated ability to manage customer-facing interactionsLeadership ExpectationsDemonstrates ownership and accountability for program outcomesDrives disciplined execution and proactive risk managementEnables alignment across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and business managementOperates with transparency and strong stakeholder engagementPromotes a culture focused on outcomes, execution discipline, and continuous improvementPrimary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00The 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.