Program Director – Microelectronics

Northrop Grumman

. Develop and unify organizational efforts to advance customer-impactful microelectronic manufacturing technology programs and nascent scientific programs .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $214,100 - $336,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in microelectronic manufacturing technology and program management, with a strong focus on customer engagement, strategic planning, and risk management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop long-term technology roadmaps aligned with customer missions and organizational goals.

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Microelectronic Manufacturing TechnologyProgram ManagementCustomer EngagementRisk ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP)

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Hard Skills

Program ExecutionSystems ThinkingCapture PlanningBudget ManagementPerformance MeasurementTechnical RoadmappingContract NegotiationSupplier ManagementResource ManagementStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam Support

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)U.S. Government Secret ClearanceTop Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Operations ManagementEngineering ManagementDefense Industrial BaseGovernment Program ManagementSTEM Education

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and unify organizational efforts to advance customer-impactful microelectronic manufacturing technology programs and nascent scientific programs
Develop and execute strategies for program pursuits as a sole performer and with collaborative partners
Ensure capabilities align with future program needs through manufacturing-centric development programs
Lead overall capture and execution of microelectronics programs
Coordinate with existing Northrop Grumman teams and geographically dispersed teams
Work with capture teams to drive successful capture activities
Lead teams toward successful program milestones through resource management, prioritization, customer engagement, and team support
Balance tactical and strategic technical and financial goals
Build customer relationships and develop messaging for customer engagements
Build relationships with strategic partners and key suppliers
Manage long-term program risks and opportunities
Understand customer missions and strategic goals
Develop new business opportunities, capture plans, proposals, and business plans
Develop and execute long-term technology and process roadmaps
Implement strategies for enterprise-wide program growth
Participate in contract negotiations and manage specifications, budgets, milestones, and terms
Establish and manage program and subordinate baselines
Measure and report program performance
Evaluate program and system architecture alignment with customer strategies and business development efforts
Conduct risk and opportunity management, including identification, mitigation, and realization
Manage suppliers to meet program objectives
Travel to other Northrop Grumman facilities, customer, and supplier sites as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 10 years of related experience or 8 years of related experience with Master's Degree
Minimum 8 years of management experience in Operations Management, Engineering Management, Functional Management, or Program Management
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead effectively in a team environment
Proven experience with customers in commercial, US government and defense industrial base
Demonstrated program execution expertise
Demonstrated Systems Thinking and customer strategy application
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Minimum active U.S. Government Secret (or DoE equivalent) with the ability to be granted a TS clearance
Education in a STEM field (preferred)
15 years of experience in government program management or DOD (preferred)
10 years of management experience in Operations Management, Engineering Management, or Program Management (preferred)
Active PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)
Active TS clearance (preferred)
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
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