Manager Programs 2 - 18258

Relocation assistance may be available. Active US Government Secret clearance required at start; must be able to obtain Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval. Travel required: 25% of the time.

About the Role

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. This position is located in Elkton, MD and is contingent on program award anticipated in 2026.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the propulsion Supplier Management Team (SMT) lead, providing program and technical leadership for propulsion suppliers to meet SLCM-N cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives.
• Direct cross-functional SMT activities (GSC, MA, Engineering, Production, Business Management, and support functions) to plan and execute propulsion subcontract scope across the TMRR phase.
• Establish, manage, and control propulsion subcontract technical, cost, and schedule baselines; monitor propulsion performance against the baseline and drive timely corrective and improvement actions.
• Plan, identify, analyze, and manage propulsion-specific subcontract risks and opportunities, ensuring proactive mitigation, capture of opportunities, and clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day interface with propulsion suppliers, leading issue identification, escalation, and resolution across all functional elements and ensuring alignment to program requirements and milestones.
• Oversee financial performance for propulsion supplier efforts, including development and management of CAM budgets, use of EVMS/IPMDAR metrics, and preparation of variance explanations to inform program decisions.
• Lead development, review, and maintenance of propulsion Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and proposal evaluations, including BOE review and technical/management assessments.
• Analyze propulsion supplier schedules, technical performance data, and manufacturing readiness to assess impacts on SLCM-N propulsion milestones and integrated master schedule, and drive recovery or optimization actions as required.
• Ensure effective configuration and change management for the propulsion subcontract baseline, balancing propulsion technical requirements with cost, schedule, and quality impacts when changes are proposed.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and day-to-day direction to propulsion-focused SMT members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in supplier performance and propulsion deliverable maturity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience, or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Must be a US Citizen with an active US Government Secret clearance within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval.
• Experience managing supplier or subcontract scope (e.g., SMT, supply chain, or program management role), including development and adherence to master plans and schedules, budget tracking, and risk and opportunity management.
• Financial experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) or similar cost and schedule management systems (e.g., IPMDAR analysis, performance metrics, variance analysis, and forecasting).

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• 1+ years of direct subcontract management experience overseeing one or more major suppliers with multiple deliverables, including performance management and issue resolution.
• Minimum 3 years of formal lead and/or management experience leading projects or teams, including cross-functional teams, in support of U.S. Government contracts or large supplier portfolios.
• Experience managing a program effort or major subcontract during technology maturation, development, or risk-reduction phases (e.g., TMRR or equivalent), with proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently to meet customer requirements and expectations.
• PMP certification, CAM certification, and/or advanced degree; demonstrated understanding and application of Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma tools to improve supplier and program performance.
• Proven ability to develop and lead programmatic “battle rhythm,” and to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) across all levels of the organization and with external customers and suppliers, demonstrating independent, creative problem-solving and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
• 401k.
• Educational Assistance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health & Wellness Resources.
• Employee Discounts.

Pay

Primary level salary range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

This position follows a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.