Munitions Program Manager 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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   is looking for a   Munitions Program Manager 3   to   lead a high   visibility, technology   critical p rogram   where technical excellence meets people   focused leadership. Your ability to build trust , b oth with customers and internal teams ,   will directly shape the future of our   munitions   capabilities. If you thrive on delivering results while fostering collaborative,   high   performing   teams, we want to hear from you .     This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the   Plymouth, MN   location.   No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have   the ability to obtain   a   US Government Secret security clearance .     The   Munitions   Program Manager  3   will   be responsible for   delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to develop further opportunities.   This role requires deep technical   expertise   in munitions, proven program management acumen, and the ability to   operate   within a secure, classified environment.   Success hinges on building deep, trusted relationships with customers, nurturing high   performing   cross   functional   teams, and unlocking new business opportunities. Reporting to the Program Director, you will guide multiple programs across the business   unit pipeline from proposal through close   out.     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :   Customer Partnership     Establish and sustain trusted, “ customer   intimate ” relationships that uncover future opportunities.    Lead negotiations, contract changes, and   scope   control   board actions while preserving strong rapport.   Business Development     Drive   long   term   strategic and capture planning.    Shape proposals, business cases, and capture plans that win new work.   Program Organization    Build and align Integrated Program Teams (IPT) with the right internal and external partners.    Define clear program structures, roles, and responsibilities.   Execution & Control    Own cost, schedule, and technical performance using Earned Value Management (EVM) or equivalent tools.    Set, track, and report critical performance metrics and baseline schedules.    Manage budgets, resources, and workforce planning.   Communication & Stakeholder Management    Produce compelling briefings and presentations for customers, senior leadership, and joint review boards.    Maintain a disciplined   information   flow   process—collect, store, share, and retrieve program data efficiently.   Risk & Opportunity Management    Lead systematic risk identification, mitigation, and exploitation throughout the lifecycle.    Maintain a transparent risk register and communicate impacts promptly.   Technical Leadership    Oversee design concepts, engineering integration, test, and production processes.    Author, review, and finalize the Program Statement