Strategic Defense Program Manager (PM-3)

0887 DS - Armament Systems

United States

On-site

USD 184,000 - 277,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Manager 3 to oversee a strategic production program with initial revenue around $150M, growing toward $300M yearly. You will define program plans, manage financials, and drive production capacity expansion while aligning with the OU's mission.

Lead cross‑functional teams, guide risk and opportunity processes, coordinate with senior leadership, and ensure on‑time, on‑cost delivery.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of program management experience with DoD or government contracts.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage schedules and budgets.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication with all management levels.
  • Experience with revenue, profit, and cash management for programs.
  • Knowledge of pricing and proposals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead program plans and establish production capacity growth strategies.
  • Coordinate with senior leadership and manage risk, issues, and opportunities.
  • Oversee program start-up, execution, and transition to full-rate production.
  • Manage proposal teams and communicate schedules, risks, and costs.

Skills

Program management
Leadership
Strategic thinking
Financial management
Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Manager 3 to oversee a strategic production program with initial revenue around $150M, growing toward $300M yearly. You will define program plans, manage financials, and drive production capacity expansion while aligning with the OU's mission.

Lead cross‑functional teams, guide risk and opportunity processes, coordinate with senior leadership, and ensure on‑time, on‑cost delivery.

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