Manager Programs 1

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Mission Systems (NGMS) sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 1, to support the Advanced Tactical Programs (ATP) Operating Unit onsite in Baltimore, MD . The ATP OU is one of the largest OUs in the Airbourne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) Division and has a unique range of cutting-edge technology programs spanning development to production, while operating in a challenging and fast-paced environment to bring needed capability to the War Fighter. This role will support the Advanced Development portion of the ATP OU portfolio. What You’ll Get To Do: The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions. The individual will support a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals. Program Managers are responsible for leading all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to: Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community. Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives. Measuring and reporting program performance. Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders. Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions. Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work. Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements. Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines. Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools. Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning. Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.). Managing suppliers to meet program objectives. Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards. Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities. Development and adherence to master plans and schedules. Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of related experience, OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of related experience supporting U.S. Government or DoD contracts in a technical project or program management capacity. Demonstrated experience supporting program or technical project management responsibilities within a DoD or federal contracting environment. Demonstrated experience working cross functional teams supporting design, development, integration, or production programs. Demonstrated experience supporting formal government program reviews such as PMR, SRR, PDR, or CDR, including preparation or presentation of program status, cost, schedule, or risk data. Demonstrated experience identifying, assessing and communicating program risks related to technical performance, cost, and schedule while developing mitigation plans. U.S. Citizenship required. Active US DoD Secret clearance required to be considered and the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program clearance to start. Preferred Qualifications: An active Special Access Program clearance. Demonstrated experience serving as the primary customer interface on development program or project execution. Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering written and oral briefings to customers and senior leadership, including executive level stakeholders. Demonstrated experience hands-on experience using Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and schedule development tools (e.g. Ms. Project) to develop and maintain program cost and schedule baselines; track and analyze cost and schedule performance metrics (CPI/SPI); and identify and report cost or schedule variances. CAM certification or equivalent experience and experience utilizing earned value management (EVM) principles, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) development. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! 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. 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. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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