Senior Program Lead: End-to-End Defense Programs

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector in Radford, VA seeks a Program Manager Level 2 to deliver contractual requirements on cost and schedule while ensuring technical performance and customer intimacy. You will lead cross-functional IPTs and coordinate with customers and management.

Requires a STEM degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s preferred) and 6+ years leading programs; DoD eligibility and security clearance are required. The role offers a structured career path and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field required; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in government contracts or project management.
• Ability to obtain DoD clearance and US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional IPTs to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Develop proposals, budgets, and program plans; manage baselines and changes.
• Manage customer relationships, risk, and resource allocation across the program life cycle.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector in Radford, VA seeks a Program Manager Level 2 to deliver contractual requirements on cost and schedule while ensuring technical performance and customer intimacy. You will lead cross-functional IPTs and coordinate with customers and management.

Requires a STEM degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s preferred) and 6+ years leading programs; DoD eligibility and security clearance are required. The role offers a structured career path and comprehensive benefits.