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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 GrummanDefense SystemsInnovationEngineering is seeking a Manager - ProjectManagement 3to 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%virtualand can be performed anywhere within the continental United States.
This roleoperatesat 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 andmaintainintegrated project plans, including schedules, risks, dependencies, and resource alignment.
Identifyand 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 commonobjectives.
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/DevSecOpsenvironments, 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
This 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 with8years of relevant experience in program/project management, strategy, or operations or6years with aMaster’s Degree.
Minimum 3yearsexperienceworkingon Defenseprojects.
Minimum 3yearsexperienceworking in Commercialsoftwaretechnology leading complex initiatives.
Minimum 3years experienceoptimizingproject process to accelerate outcomes
Ability to obtain andmaintaina US Government Secret clearance
These Qualifications AreNiceToHave:
Experience supporting senior executives (Director/VP level) in a strategic or Chief of Staff type capacity.
Experience working onsoftware,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 tooperatein ambiguous, fast paced environments with limited guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive level briefing experience.
Proventrack recordleading high impact, enterprise levelprogramsor transformation initiatives with measurable outcomes
