Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Manager 3 to lead a high-visibility sensor program within the AMC BU, reporting to the Director of Programs. The role is fully onsite in Baltimore, MD, with responsibilities spanning cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer engagement across DoD programs.

The candidate will manage KPI-driven performance, coordinate with cross‑functional teams, and deliver senior‑level briefings. U.S. citizenship and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 8 years’ experience, supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers.
• Experience managing program performance with KPIs, cost, schedule, and technical measures.
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, revenue, cost and/or P&L.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in government program environments.
• Experience interfacing with primary customers and government stakeholders.
• U.S. citizenship and current/active Secret clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with cross-functional teams to drive cost, schedule, and performance.
• Define milestones, track schedules, manage risks & opportunities, resolve issues.
• Allocate resources, oversee workforce planning, talent acquisition, and skill-gap mitigation.
• Lead stakeholder engagement internally and with customers, ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Deliver executive briefings to senior leaders, customers, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and shape contracts, amendments, budgets, and milestones.

Skills

Program management

KPIs / performance metrics

Budgeting / financials

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Contract negotiations

Briefings / presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector and the Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) division is looking for a Program Manager 3 to support the Advanced Systems (AS) Operating Unit (OU) within the Advanced Mission Capabilities (AMC) Business Unit (BU). The AS Operating Unit has a unique range of next-generation technology with programs spanning the full life cycle, from capture through development and sustainment, while operating in a challenging, fast-paced environment. The chosen Program Manager 3 will be leading a high-visibility sensor program (sustainment, modernization and an ACAT I capture) within the FLARE portfolio. In addition, this position will support technical demonstration and development scope supporting operating unit growth. This position will report to the Director of Programs and will be located full-time onsite in Baltimore, MD.Responsibilities include:Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with cross‑functional teams, driving program cost, schedule, and technical performance targets within a matrixed organization.Define, track, and enforce program milestones, maintain master schedules, managing risks and opportunities, and swiftly resolving complex issues that threaten delivery.Strategically allocate and optimize program resources, overseeing workforce planning, talent acquisition, and skill‑gap mitigation to ensure peak productivity.Lead comprehensive stakeholder engagement both internally and with customers, guaranteeing alignment, transparency, and sustained support throughout the program lifecycle.Deliver compelling executive‑level briefings to senior leaders, customers, and key stakeholders, translating technical data into decisive, action‑oriented insights.Cultivate deep customer relationships, leveraging intimacy to uncover and secure additional business opportunities within the customer ecosystem.Negotiate and shape contracts, amendments, specifications, budgets, and schedule milestones, safeguarding favorable terms and protecting program interests.Drive predictable, high‑performance outcomes through rigorous measurement, analysis, and management of critical performance metrics and KPI dashboards.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 8 years' of relevant experience, supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers.Demonstrated experience managing program performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), program metrics, cost, schedule, and technical performance measures.Demonstrated experience managing program financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, revenue, cost, and/or profit and loss (P&L).Demonstrate at experience leading cross-functional and matrixed teams in the execution of programs, projects, or business operations, with responsibility for team performance and execution.Demonstrated experience serving with primary customer interface for government, commercial, or internal stakeholders.Demonstrated experience leading or supporting U.S. government programs, contracts, or acquisitions.Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering briefings, program reviews, all status presentations to senior leaders, executives, customers, or government stakeholders.U.S. citizenship required.A current/active U.S. government Secret clearance to be considered and the ability to obtain and maintain any required special‑access clearances.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.Minimum 7 years experience managing programs through one or more lifecycles phases, including Science & Technology (S&T), Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD), Production, and/or Sustainment.Demonstrated experience leading or supporting competitive proposal efforts for U.S. Government or DoD customers, including proposal development, capture activities, and/or bid submissions.Demonstrated experience serving as a Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, Operations Program Manager, IPT Lead, or Technical Lead for RF, sensor, radar, electronic warfare (EW), or related subsystem development programs.What We Can Offer YouNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The 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.