Manager - Project Manager 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Defense Systems Innovation Engineering is seeking a Manager - Project Management 3 to support the Senior Director of Innovation Engineering (NGINE) in driving strategic execution, transformation initiatives, and high visibility, sensitive programs across the sector . This position is 100% virtual and can be performed anywhere within the continental United States .

This role operates at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution, ensuring that critical initiatives - often cross functional and executive facing - are delivered with speed , rigor, and discretion. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable driving structure into ambiguity, managing complex stakeholders, and executing against mission-critical priorities.

What you will get to do:

Strategic Execution & Transformation

• Partner directly with NGINE leadership to translate strategic vision into executable plans, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes.

• Drive execution of sector-level transformation initiatives, including efforts focused on speed, software capability, and mission delivery modernization.

• Establish and manage operating rhythms (reviews, metrics, reporting) to ensure progress, accountability, and alignment.

Program & Project Leadership

• Lead high priority, cross functional initiatives spanning engineering, program management, business development, and operations.

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, including schedules, risks, dependencies, and resource alignment.

• Identify and remove execution barriers, proactively mitigating risks in complex environments.

Sensitive & Special Projects

• Execute confidential or high sensitivity efforts on behalf of leadership, requirement sound judgement, discretion, and trust.

• Support development of executive level communications, including briefings, decision frameworks, and strategic recommendations.

• Operate as a trusted extension of the Director, capable of independently leading initiatives with minimal oversight.

Stakeholder Management & Influence

• Engage effectively across all levels of the organization, including VP, GM, and executive leadership.

• Align diverse stakeholders with competing priorities toward common objectives .

• Build strong partnerships across engineering, product, and business teams.

Operational Excellence

• Implement scalable processes that improve speed, transparency, and execution quality.

• Drive adoption of best practices in program management, Agile/ DevSecOps environments, and transformation execution.

• Track and report on key performance indicators tied to mission outcomes and organizational impact.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts

T his positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

You Will Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience in program/project management, strategy, or operations or 6 years with a Master's Degree .

• Minimum 3 years e xperience working o n Defense projects .

• Minimum 3 years e xperience working in Commercial software technology leading complex initiatives.

• Minimum 3 years e xperience optimizing project process to accelerate outcomes

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance

These Qualifications Are NiceTo Have:

• Experience supporting senior executives (Director/VP level) in a strategic or Chief of Staff type capacity.

• Experience working on software, DevSecOps , or digital transformation initiatives

• Familiarity with DoD acquisitions processes, OTAs, and rapid prototyping environments.

• Active US Government Secret Clearance

• Experience driving organizational change or transformation efforts.

• Ability to operate in ambiguous, fast paced environments with limited guidance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive level briefing experience.

• Proven track record leading high impact, enterprise level programs or transformation initiatives with measurable outcomes

Primary Level Salary Range: $145,000.00 - $217,600.00

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.