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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Baltimore/Manager-Programs-3_R10244725) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Manager Programs 3 ## 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. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems and technology that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of fun along the way. Our employees are not only part of history, they are making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector and the Airbourne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) Division is looking for a Program Manager 3 to support the Advanced Systems (AS) Operating Unit within the Advanced Mission Capabilities (AMC) Business Unit. The Advanced Systems Operating Unit has a unique range of next-generation technology, Programs spanning the full life cycle, from capture through development and sustainment, while operating in a challenging, fast-paced environment. The chosen Program Manager 3 will have leadership of a next-generation, high-visibility EMD Program. This position will report to the Director of Integrated Programs & Capture and will be located full-time onsite in Baltimore, MD. - This position is contingent upon award - Responsibilities include: Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with cross‑functional teams, driving program cost, schedule, and technical performance targets within a matrixed organization. Define, track, and enforce program milestones, maintaining master schedules, managing risks and opportunities, and swiftly resolving complex issues that threaten delivery. Strategically allocate and optimize program resources, overseeing workforce planning, talent acquisition, and skill‑gap mitigation to ensure peak productivity. Lead comprehensive stakeholder engagement both internally and with customers, guaranteeing alignment, transparency, and sustained support throughout the program lifecycle. Deliver compelling executive‑level briefings to senior leaders, customers, and key stakeholders, translating technical data into decisive, action‑oriented insights. Cultivate deep customer relationships, leveraging intimacy to uncover and secure additional business opportunities within the customer ecosystem. Negotiate and shape contracts, amendments, specifications, budgets, and schedule milestones, safeguarding favorable terms and protecting program interests. Drive predictable, high‑performance outcomes through rigorous measurement, analysis, and management of critical performance metrics and KPI dashboards. ### Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years' of relevant experience, supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers. Demonstrated experience managing program performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), program metrics, cost, schedule, and technical performance measures. Demonstrated experience with profit and loss (P&L), responsibility, including management of program budgets, forecasts, revenue, and financial performance. Demonstrate at experience leading cross, functional and matrix teams in a program, project, or operational environment. Demonstrated experience leading programs, projects, or business operations in a matrix organization with responsibility for team performance and execution. Demonstrated experience serving with primary customer interface for government, commercial, or internal stakeholders. Demonstrated experience leading or supporting U.S. government programs, contracts, or acquisitions. demonstrated experience preparing and delivering briefings, program reviews, all status presentations to senior leaders, executives, customers, or government stakeholders U.S. citizenship required. A current/active U.S. government Secret clearance to be considered and the ability to obtain and maintain any required special‑access clearances. ### Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field. Minimum 3 years experience managing programs through one or more lifecycles phases, including Science & Technology (S&T), Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD), Production, and/or Sustainment. Demonstrated experience leading or supporting competitive proposal efforts for U.S. Government or DoD customers, including proposal development, capture activities, and/or bid submissions. Demonstrated experience serving as a Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, IPT Lead, or Technical Lead for RF, sensor, radar, electronic warfare (EW), or related subsystem development programs. 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 $184,300.00 - $276,500.00 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: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 58 days - Location: United States-Maryland-Baltimore - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $184,300.00 - $276,500.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Baltimore/Manager-Programs-3_R10244725) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Distributed Systems - Senior Staff Systems Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/dad86b9333a3a27a8d8b/) United States-Maryland-Baltimore ### [Distributed Systems - Staff Systems Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/df388320312872c4035d/) United States-Maryland-Baltimore ### [Manager Programs 1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/c3c4ab5d15b38bdec4cd/) United States-Maryland-Baltimore ### [Manager Programs 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/19ecee88dde4d749f61e/) United States-Maryland-Baltimore ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Manager, Product Pricing Programs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/87461feeb07269df74aa/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Senior Manager, Strategic Programs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/561f271a114efc58542e/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Value-Based Programs Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/humana/jobs/d4f74a30472c76305f07/) Humana · Remote, Florida ### [Senior Clinical Programs Pharmacist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/humana/jobs/4622ee7ca839074a5b7d/) Humana · Remote, Nationwide ### [Strategic Marketing Programs Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/669bbfc39cec2682f085/) Genuine Parts · Atlanta, GA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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