Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 127,000 - 190,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Lead to support the IBCS portfolio in Huntsville, AL. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance, coordinating across hardware, software, engineering, and business management to ensure delivery against contractual requirements.

The role requires a clear and proactive leader able to navigate a matrixed environment and drive program reviews, risk mitigation, and governance alignment. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of related professional experience or Master’s degree + 3 years.
• Experience leading program or project execution in a complex defense/aerospace environment.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Own overall program execution performance for assigned scope.
• Lead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignment.
• Ensure program commitments are executable and aligned to baseline.
• Manage program risks and opportunities and drive mitigation plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on program objectives.
• Provide clear, concise status communication to leadership.

Skills

Program leadership

Cost management

Schedule management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Earned Value Management

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Lead to support the IBCS portfolio within the Hardware and Services Business Area in Huntsville, Alabama.
The Program Lead is responsible for overall execution of assigned program scope within the IBCS portfolio, including cost, schedule, and performance alignment. This position operates within a highly matrixed environment and integrates across Hardware, Software, Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Business Management stakeholders.
The Program Lead owns program execution performance and ensures delivery commitments are met in alignment with contractual requirements and business objectives.
Roles And Responsibilities

• Own overall program execution performance for assigned scope
• Lead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignment
• Ensure program commitments are executable and aligned to baseline
• Manage program risks and opportunities and drive mitigation plans
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on program objectives
• Provide clear and concise status communication to leadership and stakeholders
• Lead program reviews and represent the program in governance forums
• Ensure alignment between program requirements and product execution activities
• Drive issue resolution across functional boundaries
• Monitor program health indicators and implement corrective actions as required
• Partner with IPT Leads and Engineering to ensure technical alignment supports program objectives
• Maintain compliance with contractual requirements and internal governance

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related professional experience; OR Master’s degree and 3 years of related professional experience
• Experience leading program or project execution in a complex defense or aerospace environment
• Demonstrated experience managing cost, schedule, and performance
• Experience leading cross-functional teams within a matrixed organization
• Strong communication and briefing skills for leadership and customer audiences
• Active Secret clearance required at time of application

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IBCS or similar defense systems
• Experience in a manufacturing production-based program
• Experience with Earned Value Management and program financial tracking
• Experience supporting domestic and FMS program execution
• Demonstrated ability to manage customer-facing interactions

Leadership Expectations

• Demonstrates ownership and accountability for program outcomes
• Drives disciplined execution and proactive risk management
• Enables alignment across engineering, manufacturing, software, FMS, and business management
• Operates with transparency and strong stakeholder engagement
• Promotes a culture focused on outcomes, execution discipline, and continuous improvement

Primary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00
The 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.