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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Manager-Programs-2_R10255330) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Manager Programs 2 ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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 and the Advanced Mulit-Function Systems (AMS) Division is looking for a Program Manager 2 to support the Advanced Systems (AS) Operating Unit (OU) within the Advanced Mission Capabilities (AMS) Business Unit (BU). The AS Operating Unit has a unique range of next-generation technology with programs spanning the full life cycle, from capture through development and sustainment, while operating in a challenging, fast-paced environment. The chosen Program Manager 2 will be leading multiple International Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Sustainment Programs within the Advanced Systems (AS) portfolio. This position will provide the opportunity to build international and domestic customer relationships while managing these programs. This position will report to the International Sustainment Lead Program Manager and will be located full-time onsite in Baltimore, MD. ### What You'll Get To Do 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, maintain master schedules, managing risks and opportunities, and swiftly resolving complex issues that threaten delivery. 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. 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 managing program financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, revenue, cost, and/or profit and loss (P&L). Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional and matrixed teams in the execution of programs, projects, or business operations, 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. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance upon starting. ### Preferred Qualifications A current/active U.S. government Secret clearance. 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, Operations 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 $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](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 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 3 days - Location: United States-Maryland-Linthicum - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Manager-Programs-2_R10255330) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Manager Programs 1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/5e32a7cbb3700625532d/) United States-Maryland-Linthicum ### [Manager Programs 2 - Advanced Packaging](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/c85a9a92364dfd53a5a1/) United States-Maryland-Linthicum ## 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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