Manager – Project Manager

Northrop Grumman

. Partner directly with NGINE leadership to translate strategic vision into executable plans, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes .

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,000 - $217,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner directly with NGINE leadership to translate strategic vision into executable plans, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes
Drive execution of sector-level transformation initiatives, including efforts focused on speed, software capability, and mission delivery modernization
Establish and manage operating rhythms (reviews, metrics, reporting) to ensure progress, accountability, and alignment
Lead high priority, cross functional initiatives spanning engineering, program management, business development, and operations
Develop and maintain integrated project plans, including schedules, risks, dependencies, and resource alignment
Identify and remove execution barriers, proactively mitigating risks in complex environments
Execute confidential or high sensitivity efforts on behalf of leadership, requirement sound judgement, discretion, and trust
Support development of executive level communications, including briefings, decision frameworks, and strategic recommendations
Engage effectively across all levels of the organization, including VP, GM, and executive leadership
Align diverse stakeholders with competing priorities toward common objectives
Build strong partnerships across engineering, product, and business teams
Implement scalable processes that improve speed, transparency, and execution quality
Drive adoption of best practices in program management, Agile/ DevSecOps environments, and transformation execution
Track and report on key performance indicators tied to mission outcomes and organizational impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience in program/project management, strategy, or operations or 6 years with a Master’s Degree
Minimum 3 years experience working on Defense projects
Minimum 3 years experience working in Commercial software technology leading complex initiatives
Minimum 3 years experience optimizing project process to accelerate outcomes
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementproject managementAgileDevSecOpsrisk managementprocess optimizationperformance indicatorsstrategic planningtransformation executionsoftware capability

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder alignmentpartnership buildingjudgmentdiscretionaccountabilityorganizational skillscross-functional collaborationexecutive engagement

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeUS Government Secret clearance