Director Programs 2

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) sector and the AMS Division is looking for a Director, Programs 2 to lead the Advanced Systems Operating Unit (OU) within the Advanced Mission Capabilities Business Unit (BU). The Advanced Systems OU has a unique range of next generation technology programs spanning the full life cycle from capture to development through sustainment, while operating in a challenging and fast-paced environment.
The OU Director has P&L responsibilities for the management, strategy, and execution of the Restricted OU. This position reports to the VP, Advanced Mission Capabilities BU and will be located full-time onsite in Baltimore, MD.
What You'll Get to Do:

Builds and leverages a strong partnership with cross-functional teams to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives in a matrix organizational environment.

Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, risk/opportunity management, identifies and resolves complex program problems.

Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning.

Cultivates a positive employee experience in a high-pressure environment by focusing on engagement, recognition, retention initiatives and professional development.

Demonstrates strong communication skills to deliver executive briefings internally and externally to customers, leaders and other program stakeholders.

Cultivates customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community.

Develops business area strategies and new business opportunities that are consistent with Division/ Sector priorities to drive consistent growth for the operating area.

Participates in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.

Driving predictable program performance, including regular measurement and management of key performance metrics.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 10 years of program management or related experience or a Master's degree with 8 years of program management or related experience.

Profit & Loss experience with an integrated program team.

Significant proposal leadership experience (competitive and non-competitive).

Demonstrated success leading teams and/or organizations to achieve a common goal, exceptional collaboration skills in a matrix environment.

Experience leading and executing demanding high visibility roles with evidence of being able to create an inclusive work environment that attracts, retains and inspires diverse engaged teams.

Demonstrated experience fostering existing customer relationships and developing new customer relationships across all services.

Experience leading DOD programs.

Demonstrated capture expertise and experience developing and driving strategy.

Extensive experience generating and briefing senior level (i.e. executives) internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to travel up to 25%.

US citizenship.

Current/Active DoD Secret Clearance and ability to obtain special access clearances after starting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in engineering and/or business administration.

Expertise in Full Life Cycle (early S&T, EMD, Production & Sustainment) of program execution to lead the performance of tasks on schedule and at cost.

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: $246,800.00 - $370,200.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Baltimore, MD

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10207718

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-21T20:07:08