Manager Programs

Position: Manager Programs 1
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Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
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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 Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Manager Programs 1 to lead the Air and Missile Defense Planning and Control System (AMDPCS) CET-27 Program in support of the Tactical Ground Equipment Business Area portfolio of programs in Huntsville, Alabama. In this role, the AMDPCS CET-27 Program Manager is responsible for all programmatic elements including cost, schedule, and performance while shaping forward‑looking strategic vision and driving organic growth.

In addition, the AMDPCS CET-27 PM drives collaboration across Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Business Management, and regularly engages with both senior leadership as well as government officials and customer stakeholders. The AMDPCS CET-27 PM is accountable for executing the program, ensuring that performance targets are met and delivery commitments align with contractual requirements and business objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities Own overall program execution performance for assigned scope

Lead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignment

Ensure program commitments are executable and aligned to baseline

Manage program risks and opportunities and drive mitigation plans

Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on program objectives

Deliver clear and concise status communication to leadership and stakeholders

Lead program reviews and provide program representation in governance forums

Ensure alignment between program requirements and product execution activities

Drive issue resolution across functional boundaries

Monitor program health indicators and implement corrective actions as required

Partner with Engineering and Functional Teams to ensure technical alignment supports program objectives

Maintain compliance with contractual requirements and internal governance

Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related professional experience; OR Master’s degree and 3 years of related professional experience

Experience leading program or project execution in a complex defense or aerospace environment

Demonstrated experience managing cost, schedule, and performance

Experience leading cross-functional teams within a matrixed organization

Strong communication and briefing skills for leadership and customer audiences

Active DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Air Defense Command & Control (C2) or similar defense systems

Experience in a manufacturing production-based program

Experience with Earned Value Management and program financial tracking

Demonstrated ability to manage customer-facing interactions

Leadership Expectations Demonstrates ownership and accountability for program outcomes

Drives disciplined execution and proactive risk management

Enables alignment across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and business management

Operates with…