Manager Programs 2

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector seeks a Program Manager 2 to lead existing and future contract and non-contract efforts and future proposals for the Advanced Mission Capability-Restricted (AMC-R) Production portfolio . The selected individual will be onsite in our Baltimore, MD facility. What you'll get to do: Lead Proposals Support the senior program manager in pre-proposal planning, including RFP shaping, response strategy, and development of capture-related products. Support proposal execution approach, team roles and responsibilities, schedule, and staffing requirements. Lead and manage proposals in response to RFIs and RFPs from our prime contractors including kickoff and recurring stand-up meetings and C101 commitment review meetings. Support Sector and Corporate Non-Advocate Review and Independent Cost Estimate (NAR-ICE). Manage virtual workspace for proposal execution and ensure proposal configuration control. Define required proposal deliverables and ensure proposal compliance. Manage Programs Direct all program phases from inception through completion. Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance. Participate in negotiation of contract and contract changes. Interface with customer for program activities. Cultivate customer relationship and intimacy to refine and shape future opportunities. Support program reviews with internal and external customers. Develop and deliver presentations to customers, executive management, and other program stakeholders. Identify, allocate and manage program resources, including staff, NCTA capital, and facilities. Identify, mitigate, and capture risk and opportunity. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 8 years, or Master's and 6 years' experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or program management in other industries or closely related experience. Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams with varied scope of work and experience managing multiple contracts. Demonstrated experience training, leading and directing activities of team members through execution of a formal proposal process. Demonstrated experience managing fixed-price production proposals greater than $100M in value. US Citizenship required. Active US Government Secret clearance required and the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with organizational and leadership skills in creating successful proposals targeted to U.S. Federal and/or DoD customers Demonstrated experience with AMC-R Production portfolio, products, and customers. Demonstrated experience proposal leadership experience on Sector- or Corporate-signoff proposals. Demonstrated experience with non-traditional proposals (TINA-Lite) and Undefinitized Contract Actions (UCAs). Proficiency in SharePoint. What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00 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.

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