Manager, Enterprise-Wide Applications

Northrop Grumman

. Lead Northrop Grumman’s Salesforce program and related enterprise application initiatives .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,200 - $199,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Salesforce programs and enterprise application initiatives, with a strong focus on project management, stakeholder engagement, and governance. Proven ability to translate business objectives into effective technology strategies while fostering team collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Salesforce Program LeadershipProject Management ExperienceStakeholder EngagementBudget ManagementPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Salesforce ConfigurationEnterprise Application DeliveryRequirements GatheringSolution DesignChange ManagementData StewardshipTechnical Issue ResolutionGovernance StructuresAgile Project ManagementMulti-Sector Application Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCollaborationContinuous Learning Mindset

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceCRM PlatformsEnterprise ApplicationsBudgeting ToolsProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Business DevelopmentEnvironmental SustainabilityMission Systems ProgramsGovernance StandardsBest Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Northrop Grumman’s Salesforce program and related enterprise application initiatives
Own Salesforce strategy, roadmap, governance, and operational execution for Business Development, Environmental Sustainability, and Mission Systems programs
Translate business objectives into scalable, secure, user-focused Salesforce and enterprise application strategies
Lead communities of practice and working groups to drive standards and best practices
Lead, prioritize, coach, and mentor Salesforce Administrators/Developers
Set team goals and expectations and foster continuous improvement, accountability, and knowledge sharing
Serve as primary stakeholder contact for Business Development, Environmental Sustainability, and Mission Systems programs
Facilitate meetings with leadership to review priorities, roadmap, risks, and status
Coordinate requirements gathering, solution design reviews, and change management
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
Own and manage Statements of Work for internal and external delivery teams
Partner with procurement, vendors, and stakeholders on contracts, renewals, technical services, and licensing
Lead Salesforce configuration, integration, and enhancement projects
Apply project management practices for planning, execution, risk and issue management, and reporting
Coordinate dependencies across initiatives and balance short-term needs with long-term strategy
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with developers and administrators
Ensure solutions comply with security, compliance, and architecture standards
Support Salesforce incident and problem management
Lead trainings, demonstrations, and office hours to drive adoption
Oversee documentation, Concept of Operations, and training materials
Promote data stewardship and system ownership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant professional experience; or a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant professional experience; or 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise or multi-sector applications
Experience working with business stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize initiatives, and align technology projects with business outcomes
Strong project management experience, preferably in software or enterprise application delivery
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including functional leadership and program managers
Experience leading trainings, Q&A sessions, or communities of practice related to technology or process change
Ability to collaborate with developers, administrators, and engineers to address issues, clarify requirements, and guide solution approaches
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and priorities
Ability to effectively lead and coordinate remote teams and stakeholders
Continuous learning mindset and interest in Salesforce and related enterprise applications
Formal people-leadership experience preferred
Experience managing or implementing Salesforce or similar Business Development / CRM platforms preferred
Experience with Business Development organizations or software, Environmental Sustainability initiatives, or Mission Systems programs preferred
Program, portfolio, or product management experience for enterprise or multi-sector software solutions preferred
PMP certification preferred, or equivalent program/portfolio management experience
Experience managing budgets, SOWs, and/or vendor relationships for technology programs preferred
Familiarity with agile or hybrid project management methodologies preferred
Experience establishing governance structures, standards, and best practices for enterprise applications preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Phenomenal learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Friendly team environment
Exceptional benefits/healthcare
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
9/80 work schedule
401k matching program
Potential overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Potential long-term incentives for Vice President or Director positions