Manager Programs 1

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Tampa, FL, USA
In-Office
115K-172K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads government and defense program lifecycles from proposal through contract closeout. Manages cost, schedule, technical performance, requirements, budgets, risks, resources, suppliers, and customer relationships. Directs cross-functional Integrated Program Teams, oversees Earned Value Management, develops schedules and statements of work, supports contract negotiations, and delivers program reporting and presentations. The role is onsite in Tampa, supports U.S. Army and cyber command customers, and requires an active TS/SCI clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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’s Mission System sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level 1 to support the Information Warfare Department in the Xetron Operating Unit located onsite in Tampa, FL, serving our US Army, ARCYBER, & US Cyber Command Customers. The successful candidate will support the Department Manager with the daily planning and execution of tasks and ensure all programs are effectively meeting or exceeding our customer requirements. This is an onsite position.


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 lead 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
  • Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans
  • Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations
  • 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
  • Establishing design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test
  • 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 leading program tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either Project Lead, Integrated Program Team (IPT) Lead, or Cost Account Manager (CAM).
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, customers, and partners to meet defined program objectives. 
  • Demonstrated proficiency producing written and verbal deliverables, including formal reports, program documentation and stakeholder communications.
  • Experience supporting multiple concurrent task orders or programs, with demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet established deadlines.
  • Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis, Word for formal documentation, PowerPoint for executive and customer briefings, MS project for schedule development and tracking. 
  • Demonstrated success working with cross functional teams supporting design, development, integration, or sustainment and support programs.
  • US Citizenship required
  • Active U.S. Government TS clearance to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience Leading and Performing on Cyber related programs,
  • Working knowledge of Agile collaboration tolls, including Kanban boards, Jira, SharePoint, and MS Teams, applied to program or project coordination. 
  • Active U.S TS/SCI Government Clearance

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.

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field with at least 5 years of related experience, or a master's degree with at least 3 years of related experience.
  • Experience supporting U.S. Government or Department of Defense contracts in a technical project or program management capacity.
  • Experience leading program tasks on schedule, at cost, and according to requirements as a Project Lead, IPT Lead, or Cost Account Manager.
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, customers, and partners to meet program objectives.
  • Proficiency producing written and verbal deliverables, formal reports, program documentation, and stakeholder communications.
  • Experience supporting multiple concurrent task orders or programs while prioritizing workloads and meeting deadlines.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams supporting design, development, integration, or sustainment programs.
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
  • Experience leading or performing on cyber-related programs.
  • Working knowledge of Agile collaboration tools, including Kanban boards, Jira, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
  • Active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance.

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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