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Missile Production PM 3

Yesterday Cumberland, MD

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.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 Defense Systems (DS) is looking for a Program Manager 3 to join the Advanced Weapons BU leading the AARGM-ER Missile Integration IPT (Integrated Product Team). The Advanced Weapons BU designs, develops, and manufactures missiles. The dedicated and highly skilled team has supported national security efforts by developing and building defense systems for DoD customers and U.S. allies.
This position will be located in Rocket Center, WV.
The Advanced Programs AARGM-ER Missile Integration IPT Lead will be accountable for performance of the AARGM-ER All Up Round (AUR) Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) conducted at the AARGM-ER Missile Integration Facility (MIF) located at Alleghany Ballistics Lab (ABL) in Rocket Center, WV. The Missile Integration IPT is an interdisciplinary, cross-functional team composed of Advanced Weapons BU and Missile Products BU employees focused on execution of final assembly, containerization, and sell-off of AARGM-ER missiles. The IPT Lead serves an integral role in cultivating internal relationships and shaping and nurturing program culture. The IPT Lead works closely with the Defense System (DS) Missile Products team. The IPT Leads operations and business battle rhythms, ensuring missiles are manufactured on-time to the highest quality standards. This position reports directly to the AARGM-ER Production Program Manager

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What You'll Get To Do:

Integrated program performance management (cost, schedule, technical, risk & opportunity, quality) to deliver on all contract and AOP/LRSP commitments
Measuring and reporting program performance
Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders
Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
Reporting Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and serving as the Cost Account Management (CAM) for Missile Integration IPT
Managing Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.)
Managing suppliers to meet program objectives.
Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and capture.
Managing and maintaining the day to day interfaces and communications between the assigned Program Management Office (PMO), Manufacturing, Test, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Mission Assurance (MA), Supply Chain (SCM), Engineering, and Shipping.
Day to day contractual and programmatic change management across all aspects of Missile Integration IPT
Support and development of strategic plans
Professional development / organization efficiency initiatives

Integrated program demand planning (staffing, infrastructure, clearances, etc)
A successful candidate in this role will demonstrate:

Ability to create and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external customers
Success in leading and developing cross functional teams
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors
High level of integrity and meeting commitments
This position's 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. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years or Master's Degree and 6 years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries.
8 years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team lead, or Program Manager
Experience managing major supplier(s)/partner(s) execution management
Operations management familiarity including predictive metrics and capacity planning
Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance.
Able to travel both internationally and domestically.
Must have an active and current DoD Secret clearance, and be SAP clearable
Ability to travel domestically, up to 25% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:

MS Engineering or MBA
Experience related to Missile or other tactical weapons system manufacturing
Leadership experience with transition to production and Low Rate and/or Full Rate Production
IPT / PM experience across development, production, and sustainment phases of the program lifecycle
Excellent conflict management and negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to make tough decisions
Active SAP clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00The 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): Cumberland, MD
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10206842
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-12T20:16:12

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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