Skip to main contentA logo with &quat;the muse&quat; in dark blue text.

Director of Programs

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Director of Programs

Woodland Hills, CA

Requisition ID: R10171881
Category: Program Management
*
Location: Woodland Hills, California, United States of America
*
Clearance Type: Secret
*
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
*
Shift: Days (United States of America)
*
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
*
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
*
Positions Available: 1
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 is seeking a
Director of Programs for our Future PNT Systems Operating Unit based in Woodland Hills, CA. The OU Director is responsible for full oversight and execution of a portfolio of programs as well as managing internal investments and technology strategy.

Want more jobs like this?

Get Software Engineering jobs in Woodland Hills, CA delivered to your inbox every week.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy.

The operating unit pursues disruptive technologies in the area of navigation sensors, timing, estimation, distributed sensing, Navigation Warfare, as well as quantum sensing. The operating unit focuses primarily on early phase technology maturation and applied research and development and seeks to transition those technologies to production divisions within the company.
A successful candidate in this role will:

Provide profit and loss responsibility for the business
* Lead a diverse team of functional and direct reports in developing and executing the vision and strategy to achieve financial objectives
* Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key customers
* Provide leadership to a geographically diverse team
* Provide leadership to resolve complex technical challenges
* Develop strategies to add and retain current and future key talent
* Excel at organization and operating in ambiguity to drive clarity to inform and unite the team
* Recognize the importance of culture both at an individual and organizational level with demonstrated commitment to employee and organizational development
* Partner effectively across organizational lines to achieve goals and objectives on complex DoD programs
Basic qualifications:

Bachelors degree in engineering or related discipline
* 10 or more years of related experience with tenure in a program management organization
* Ability to operate and lead in a team environment
* Ability to resolve disputes and negotiate with positive outcome while maintaining good customer relationships
* Strong formal and informal communication skills with levels of internal and external management
* Ability to make good decisions and exercise appropriate judgement that balances customer and Northrop Grumman needs
* Ability to plan, follow-up, and deliver to commitments
* Active DoD Secret clearance or above; OR DoE equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:

Active Top Secret clearance
* MBA
* 15 years of related experience with tenure in a program management organization
* Proven program management track record over multiple S&T and tech maturation programs with proven ability to deliver technologies on-time and on-budget
Salary Range: $209,600 - $314,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10171881
Employment Type: Other

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

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

Company Videos

Hear directly from employees about what it is like to work at Northrop Grumman.