Program Manager I – Space Systems (SCI Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Virginia seeks an entry-level Program Manager 1 to lead a mixed team through shaping, capture, design, integration and fielding of counterspace capabilities within the Space Sector. The role emphasizes delivering contracts on cost and schedule while building customer trust.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's with 3–5 years of relevant government contract experience and be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience or a master's degree with 3 years.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mixed specialties through all program phases.
• Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Develop organizational vision and roadmap with SSD leadership.
• Cultivate customer relationships and capture new opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Travel availability

Business acumen

Communication skills

Problem solving

Program management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Virginia seeks an entry-level Program Manager 1 to lead a mixed team through shaping, capture, design, integration and fielding of counterspace capabilities within the Space Sector. The role emphasizes delivering contracts on cost and schedule while building customer trust.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's with 3–5 years of relevant government contract experience and be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance. Travel up to 20% may be required.