Oceanic Systems Program Manager 3

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 184,300 - 276,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel 10%

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a diverse team in Annapolis, MD, guiding design, development, delivery, maintenance, and field operation of custom maritime capabilities. The role entails day-to-day program execution, P&L responsibility, and delivering outcomes for the Special Defense portfolio.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, schedules, and high-level customer engagements, ensuring compliance with security requirements while

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI and CI polygraph.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant management and leadership experience.
• Proven ability to drive programmatic battle rhythms and lead cross‑functional teams.
• Experience managing program financials, including awards, sales, and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program budgets and schedules meeting Customer and NGMS needs.
• Provide clear leadership and direction to the program team to achieve objectives.
• Manage program activities in compliance with security requirements and constraints.
• Deliver program briefings to Customer leadership and corporate management.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Customer engagement

Budgeting & scheduling

P&L management

Risk management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Reimbursement & Relocation Assistance

• Relocation assistance may be available.


• Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Security Clearance

• Clearance Required for Start: Yes.


• Clearance Type: Secret.


• Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph required.


• TS/SCI access is preferred.

Job Overview

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join the Special Defense portfolio within the Oceanic Systems Operating Unit (OU) in Annapolis, MD. This onsite role requires a proven leader to guide a diverse and innovative team through the design, development, delivery, maintenance, and field operation of custom maritime capabilities. The Program Manager will oversee day‑to‑day program execution, profit & loss responsibility and deliver outcomes that advance the success of the Special Defense portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program budgets and schedules that satisfy both Customer and NGMS requirements.


• Develop and pursue new opportunities within the Customer community.


• Provide clear leadership and direction to the program team to achieve objectives and deliver results.


• Manage program activities in compliance with Customer security requirements and constraints.


• Serve as the primary company representative and point of contact for the program.


• Deliver program briefings to Customer leadership and corporate management.

Basic Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI access and a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph.


• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business discipline from an accredited institution.


• Minimum 8 years of relevant management and leadership experience.


• Proven ability to drive programmatic battle rhythms effectively.


• Strong leadership skills with direct Customer engagement experience, including communication, presentation, persuasion, and negotiation at executive and senior government levels.


• At least 5 years of Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership.


• Demonstrated experience managing program financials, including awards, sales, Operating Margin (OM), and Operating Cash Flow (OCF).


• Experience developing and executing annual program baselines encompassing budgets, staffing, subcontractors, materials, and travel.


• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams on cost‑plus development programs.


• Skilled in risk and opportunity management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access and a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph.


• Master’s degree in STEM from an accredited institution.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, developing, delivering, or using products within the complex maritime domain.


• Experience leading a Prime Contract for the Government.


• Proven success managing fast‑paced programs, delivering systems from design to fielding within three years.


• Demonstrated track record of leading teams to successful outcomes.


• Experience developing and leading proposal efforts.


• Skilled in change management within cost‑plus development programs.


• Proficient in briefing senior Customers, government agencies, and executive leadership, effectively building consensus among diverse stakeholders.


• Over 7 years of leadership experience with strong communication and presentation skills, delivering clear and compelling messaging to executive and senior government audiences.


• Ability to deliver persuasive verbal and written program briefings, including technical content, to Customers and corporate leadership.


• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or higher through the Project Management Institute.


• Experience working in a matrix organization with functional leadership managing shared staff resources across multiple programs.


• Proven ability to foster a positive team culture within a matrixed organization while balancing program execution and team engagement.


• Experience managing contracts governed by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).


• Experience working in classified environments and operating within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), or willingness to do so.

Compensation & Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $184,300.00 – $276,500.00. This range represents a general guideline; additional factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions may influence the final offer.

Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, a discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives for VP/Director roles. Northrop Grumman provides health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.

EEO Statement

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

U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.