Manager Programs
Listed on 2025-12-02
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Management
Business Management, Program / Project Manager, Business Analyst, Corporate Strategy
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available
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.
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.
With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman, Mission Systems (NGMS) is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 3, (PM3 / Portfolio Lead), to support the growing Electronic Warfare & Targeting (EWT) Business Unit (BU) . Within the EWT BU, this position will report into the Production Programs organization within the Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) Operating Unit. The position will require onsite support at Rolling Meadows, IL .
What You’ll Get To Do:
The primary responsibility of this Program Manager position will be the execution of an EWS production contract and associated follow-on proposal efforts associated with the assigned products. The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals including technical requirements, cost performance, schedule performance, and customer satisfaction.
In addition to program execution, this role serves as a portfolio lead with direct reports, responsible for managing and developing a team of Program Managers and program staff. The selected individual will provide strategic direction, ensure portfolio alignment with business objectives, and foster employee growth through mentorship, coaching, and performance management. Additional responsibilities will include:
Adherence to all internal processes for Program Management
Leading and directing a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT)
Serving as a Portfolio Lead overseeing multiple production programs and guiding direct-report Program Managers
Employee management responsibilities, including performance evaluations, career development, and mentoring
Completion and tracking of the Contract Requirements Traceability Matrix
Development and adherence to Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies and tools
Submission of program performance in internal reporting systems (i.e. IPRS)
Coordination of Contract Change Board activities internally and with the customer, to include Engineering Change Proposals (ECP)
Government Property (GFE, CFE, etc.) tracking and management
Development and delivery of presentations to customers, management, and other program stakeholders
Knowledge and execution of a variety of proposal and contract types (FFP, CPFF)
Proposal development / capture planning and strategy
Creation and execution of program Statement of Work
Negotiation and establishment of schedule milestones, payment, and other key contract terms and conditions
Development of customer relationships and cultivation of customer intimacy
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 8years’, or Master’s Degree and 6 years’ experience supporting Department of Defense, Government contracts,…
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