Manager Programs 1

Northrop Grumman

Melbourne, USonsite$115k-$172k/yrPosted Jul 15, 2026
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Skills

sap

About the role

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an exciting opening in the Multi-Domain Command and Control (MDC2) business unit as Program Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our onsite in Melbourne, Florida.

Roles and responsibilities of the Program Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:

Reports to the E-2D Production Program Manager role executing a multiple elements of production integration

Responsible and accountable for leading execution of contract scope, through diligent management of cost, schedule, and risk

Leads multifunctional teams in the establishment and execution of milestones tied to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions

Leads multifunctional teams in the review and approval of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contracts

Interfaces with Supplier Program counterparts to drive execution of the work scope

Possesses knowledge of aircraft electronic systems

Possesses an in-depth understanding of business unit financial objective mechanics and Program Management process and strategies for achieving financial objectives

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 6 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 5 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Master’s degree and 4 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 3 years) of related experience as defined below.

Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions.

Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance last investigated within 6 years or enrolled in continuous evaluation

Ability to obtain U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance level with SCI access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

Prior experience managing suppliers and / or major subcontractors on development programs

Prior experience coordinating cross-functional teams

Experience with Risk & Opportunity Management

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and experience in production environment

SMT experience

Degree in a technical discipline

Prior experience with E-2 programs

Prior experience in managing Navy contracts

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at the senior management level

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00

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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Compensation

This Other role pays $115k-$172k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.

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