Director – Space Superiority Division

Northrop Grumman

. Provide overall leadership for a portfolio of programs, ensuring cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives are met or exceeded .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $193,800 - $336,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management expertise in the defense and aerospace sectors, with a strong focus on disciplined execution, risk management, and strategic business development. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while fostering effective communication and collaboration across organizational boundaries.

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Program Management ExperienceRisk ManagementProfit And Loss ResponsibilityProposal LeadershipDoD Program Leadership

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Hard Skills

Program ExecutionPerformance ManagementBusiness DevelopmentStrategic PlanningIssue ResolutionCustomer EngagementFull Life Cycle Program ManagementComplex Program ManagementTeam LeadershipGrowth Strategy Execution

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationCollaboration SkillsInfluencing SkillsMentoring SkillsEmployee Morale Maintenance

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret ClearanceTop Secret Clearance With SAP Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Defense SectorAerospace SectorNorthrop Grumman Internal ProcessesDoD ProgramsMajor Prime Contractor

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overall leadership for a portfolio of programs, ensuring cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives are met or exceeded
Drive disciplined program execution, risk management, and performance management across the portfolio
Lead and mentor a team of program managers, setting clear expectations, accountability, and development paths
Adhere to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
Champion a high-integrity, inclusive culture reflecting Northrop Grumman values
Maintain employee morale and effective communication across all levels and functions
Shape and execute the growth strategy for the site’s business portfolio
Identify, capture, and execute new business opportunities
Collaborate with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders to align capabilities and investments with customer needs and competitive positioning
Engage directly with customers and partners to strengthen relationships and understand emerging requirements
Provide indirect leadership to supporting disciplines
Coordinate with Business Unit leadership and other company sites to leverage enterprise capabilities, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement
Report directly to an Operating Unit within the Mission Capabilities and Operations Business Unit
Travel to other Northrop Grumman locations, customer sites, and supplier sites as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
10+ years of program or project management experience in the defense or aerospace sector
Experience with profit and loss responsibility
Experience with profit and loss responsibility with an integrated program team
Strong track record of disciplined program execution, including risk management, issue resolution, and performance to plan
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and at executive levels
Ability to develop and present strategies, business cases, and program status to senior customer and internal executive audiences
Proposal leadership experience
Experience leading DoD programs
Active Secret clearance at time of application
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with SAP eligibility
Must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred: Master’s degree in engineering and/or business administration
Preferred: Experience managing complex programs and/or portfolios with significant business capture and growth responsibilities
Preferred: Ability to build, develop, and lead program management teams
Preferred: Expertise in full life cycle (early S&T, EMD, Production & Sustainment) of program execution
Preferred: Expertise in customer shaping and engagement
Preferred: Experience within the DoD as a major prime contractor
Preferred: Knowledge of Northrop Grumman internal processes, procedures, and organizational structure
Preferred: Current Top Secret clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus
Long Term Incentives may be available for Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business