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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-California-Northridge/Production-Project-Manager-4_R10237331-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Production Project Manager 4 ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Defense Systems sector is currently hiring a Production Project Manager 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This is an individual contributor, non-manager role with no direct reports. This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. The primary objective of this role is executing multiple projects to achieve performance goals in support of the AARGM / AARGM-ER portfolio. The candidate is responsible for overseeing and managing the operational aspects of ongoing projects, and serves as the liaison between program management, integrated product teams, and supporting functions. ### KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Production Project Manager 4 will support the Sr. Program Manager for AARGM/AARGM-ER program with the primary responsibilities like: managing schedules, preparing status reports, coordinating cross-functional engagement and assessing project risks to develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction objectives. Additional responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to): Manages all phases of program and project execution. Manages schedule for development, production, and product upgrades. Preparing status reports and communicating status of projects to management Support and at times lead the identification of risks and mitigation activities to meet expected results Developing mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers and customers. Establish prioritization across AARG-ER portfolio that aligns with business objectives. Participates in process improvement initiatives. ### Manages Proposal activities BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience in project management or operations. 12 Years of experience in lieu of degree. 3+ years leading complex, multi‑disciplinary production projects from concept through full-rate production. Experience with PMI‑style project management (schedule, cost, risk, Earned Value Management) - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills - Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience of Risk, Issues, Opportunities and Mitigation - Plans Certified CAM / EACs experience - Strong experience with powepoint presentations - Ability to meet objectives with little guidance - Strong communication skills – written and verbal Understanding of creating and executing work in accordance with an integrated master schedule (IMS) - Knowledge of Project Management principles and experience utilizing them professionally - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, leadership, and problem-solving abilities #LI-MA1 Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 3, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 100 days - Location: United States-California-Northridge - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-California-Northridge/Production-Project-Manager-4_R10237331-1) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Principal Production Planner and Scheduler](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/96ce5cd220cd0121053e/) United States-California-Northridge ### [Principal Production Systems Engineer Level 3 (AHT)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/58a799b0babbc64af5ed/) United States-California-Northridge ### [Production Program Manager 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/83e9da6a9db11a371b07/) United States-California-Northridge ### [Technical Production Program Manager 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/f0351a78c3ad51c26343/) United States-California-Northridge ### [Aerodynamics Systems Engineer 4 (AHT)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/e162df4f6c9a813862c1/) United States-California-Northridge ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Production Operations Associate Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/c56ea99bb31f30c1319a/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Project Management - Production Forecasting & Rate Ramp](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/b88e67ee30164db78fd9/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Production Tech Project Manager (PH)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/17001591a0bcb0ad2ffd/) Walt Disney · Glendale, CA, USA ### [Project Assistant – Production Planning](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/leidos/jobs/969d46e2d17ba5f63b2d/) Leidos · Lynnwood, WA ### [Specialist - Production Control (Project Management B/L)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hyundai-motor/jobs/6e75625551a45a649150/) Hyundai Motor · Montgomery, AL, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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