Propulsion Subcontracts Manager - Program Leadership

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 175,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

PTO for vacation/personal use

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Subcontract Programs 3 in Bertram, TX. This role leads propulsion-related supplier activities, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet milestones, risk management, and cost controls.

The position requires a technical degree with extensive program management experience, MRP/ERP savvy, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. On-site work only; travel up to 15% may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 8+ years of experience, or a Master’s with 6+ years.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and IMS Logic required.
• Experience with material requirements planning/advanced planning; welding and special processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead program execution for propulsion-related supplier activities and milestones.
• Identify and manage risks to mitigate challenges and optimize supplier performance.
• Track supplier milestone completion and invoicing for forecast accuracy.
• Drive resolution of technical issues with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Provide frequent program status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Oversee proposal efforts including supplier coordination and cost analysis.
• Coordinate supplier site visits to ensure program compliance and issue resolution.

Skills

Program management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or engineering and project management

Master’s Degree in a technical field or engineering and project management

Tools

MS Project

IMS Logic

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Subcontract Programs 3 in Bertram, TX. This role leads propulsion-related supplier activities, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet milestones, risk management, and cost controls.

The position requires a technical degree with extensive program management experience, MRP/ERP savvy, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. On-site work only; travel up to 15% may apply.