Program Manager 3 - Propulsion Systems

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 167,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Utah is recruiting for multiple Program Manager III roles to oversee Space Systems, Propulsion Systems programs on-site in Bacchus (Magna) or Promontory Utah. Responsibilities include leading program execution, managing budgets, and coordinating with customers and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering/Business/Finance with 10+ years in government contracts, strong leadership, and EVMS/lean experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years supporting US Government contracts or customers in manufacturing
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to manage contracts and programs

Responsibilities

• Lead successful execution of programs across safety, quality, schedule, technical requirements and cost
• Manage teams to achieve production, billing, and revenue milestones
• Provide leadership and guidance to program managers, interns, and cross-functional staff
• Forecast financial performance and align actions to program milestones
• Negotiate contracts and resolve contract issues with prime and government customers

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Cost reduction

Earned Value Management

Lean manufacturing

Secret Clearance

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or Finance

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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, Space Systems, Propulsion Systems is currently recruiting for several Program Managers level 3 in Utah in support of our Strategic, Advance and Space Launch programs. The roles are 100% on-site and will be located either in Bacchus (Magna) or Promontory Utah.

Overview: Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Program Manager 3 will support the program execution of contracts, develop and execute business growth strategies, have Profit and Loss (P&L) accountability, and supervise direct reports and additional staff responsible for program performance. The selected candidate will possess strong leadership skills and take ownership of their programs, including overall management of technical, financial and contract commitments. Emphasis will also be placed on communication with both internal and external customers, as well as functional organizations.

Role And Responsibilities

• Lead successful execution of programs across safety, quality, schedule, technical requirements, and cost.
• Manage teams to achieve all production, billing, and revenue milestones.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to program managers, interns, and cross-functional team members.
• Drive a results-oriented culture, challenge the status quo, and identify creative ways to manage cost versus risk.
• Represent Northrop Grumman to customers, clearly communicating our capabilities and aligning them with customer needs.
• Execute programs and resolve issues in alignment with business objectives, contract terms, regulations, and company procedures.
• Balance the interests of customers, Northrop Grumman, and employees in program decisions.
• Lead program participation in customer and internal working group meetings.
• Support request-for-proposal (RFP) responses and lead commitment reviews with program and Propulsion Systems leadership.
• Establish, communicate, and maintain clear program priorities, including managing changes to the program baseline.
• Communicate clearly, succinctly, and persuasively in both verbal and written form with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure programs remain on track to meet master plans, milestones, and delivery commitments.
• Apply Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Factory Schedules, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to monitor and control performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, initiating corrective actions as required.
• Oversee program budgets and participate in monthly business management reviews and corporate reporting.
• Accurately forecast financial performance and align program actions and communications to achieve financial and program milestones.
• Assist in negotiating contracts, modifications, pricing, and terms, and in resolving contract issues in partnership with prime and government customers.
• Drive technical excellence by setting program standards and working closely with technical teams and Operations Program Managers (OPMs) to balance risk and performance.
• Leverage existing programs and Propulsion Systems capabilities to help identify, shape, and win new business opportunities with customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or Finance with 10 years’ experience supporting US Government contracts or customers in a manufacturing environment
• Five (5) plus years’ experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either a Program/Project Manager, Integrated Program Lead (IPT) or Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment to achieve a single objective
• Strong critical thinking and logical reasoning skills with the ability to solve issues and predict potential programmatic and technical risks
• Experience in cost reduction strategies, lean manufacturing principles and quality improvement tools such as six sigma, PES and/or TPS
• Ability to understand technical and financial customer requirements to ensure customer needs are met
• Experience in managing suppliers
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
• Earned Value Management experience
• Experience with solid rocket motors or missile defense programs

Primary Level Salary Range: $166,700.00 - $250,100.00 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.

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.

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