Program Manager I - Defense Systems (Onsite, 25% Travel)

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Rocket Center, WV is seeking a Program Manager Level 1 to lead cross-functional IPTs and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of contractual requirements.

You will manage cost, schedule, and technical performance, engage with customers and suppliers, and drive risk management and change control across complex defense programs.

This on-site role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to national security programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 5+ years of related experience.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years acceptable for related roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional IPTs and managing program performance.
• Must be able to obtain DoD security clearance (US Citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Lead IPTs to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives.
• Measure and report program performance to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage budgets, baselines and EVM-based controls.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

MS Office

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Contract management software

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Rocket Center, WV is seeking a Program Manager Level 1 to lead cross-functional IPTs and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of contractual requirements.

You will manage cost, schedule, and technical performance, engage with customers and suppliers, and drive risk management and change control across complex defense programs.

This on-site role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to national security programs.