Program Manager I, Defense Systems - Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Florida; On-site; USD 121,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Programs Level 1 for the Propulsion Systems & Controls unit in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The role leads staff, manages performance, and ensures on-time, on-budget delivery on complex programs for government contracts.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or Master’s with 3+ years of relevant experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Salary ranges and benefits are outlined in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years, or Master’s and 3 years’ experience with U.S. Government contracts or similar
• 2+ years leading tasks on schedule, cost and requirements as a lead or cost account manager
• Proven track record of leading teams to achieve goals
• US citizen and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff assigned to the program and directs work.
• Plans and assesses program performance including cost, schedule, quality and technical performance.
• Ensures projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Advises on tasks and operations and engages in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cost & schedule management

Communication with stakeholders

Risk management

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Programs Level 1 for the Propulsion Systems & Controls unit in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The role leads staff, manages performance, and ensures on-time, on-budget delivery on complex programs for government contracts.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or Master’s with 3+ years of relevant experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Salary ranges and benefits are outlined in the posting.