Manager Programs 3

Northrop Grumman United States-Florida-Melbourne May 20, 2026

$167K - $250K

Relocation assistance may be available Security clearance required at start: Yes Clearance type: Secret Travel required: Yes, 10% of the time Description Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an exciting opening in the Multi‑Domain Command and Control (MDC2) business unit as Program Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Production Integrated Product Team (IPT), specifically supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) onsite in Melbourne, Florida. Roles and responsibilities Reports to the E‑2 France Program Director, executing the E‑2D France NRE program scope Responsible and accountable for leading execution of contract scope, managing cost, schedule, and risk Leads multifunctional teams to establish and execute milestones tied to master plans and schedules; identifies program problems and obtains solutions Leads multifunctional teams in the review and approval of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts Interfaces with Supplier Program counterparts to drive execution of the work scope Possesses an in‑depth understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) and can manage programs by its principles Possesses an in‑depth understanding of business unit financial objective mechanics and Program Management processes and strategies for achieving financial objectives Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of related experience OR a Master’s degree and 8 years of related experience Related experience includes professional and/or military experience in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management related functions Active DoD Secret Security Clearance last investigated within 6 years Ability to obtain/maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company Prior management experience with programs valued at or greater than $100M Prior experience with development programs Prior management experience managing suppliers and/or major subcontractors on development programs Prior leadership experience leading cross‑functional teams Earned Value Management experience Experience with Risk & Opportunity Management Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree SCI access Prior experience managing proposal efforts Prior experience with E‑2 development programs Prior experience managing Navy contracts Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at the senior management level Primary salary range: $166,700.00 - $250,100.00. The above range represents a general guideline; 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 reward individual contributions and company results. Employees in Vice‑President or Director positions may be eligible for Long‑Term Incentives. Additionally, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co