RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Top 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.
At Northrop Grumman, you will have the opportunity to work on revolutionary systems that safeguard our nation and shape the future of space. From the first flight across the Atlantic, to stealth technology, to landing on the moon, our pioneering spirit has fueled many of our nation’s greatest technological achievements.
We’re looking for bold, mission‑driven leaders who bring new ideas, courage, and a passion for solving the hardest problems. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. Our employees are not only part of history — they’re making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking a Program Director 1 to lead the Passive Sensors Programs portfolio within the Surveillance and Targeting Business Unit (S&T BU). This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact leadership role based in Redondo Beach, CA.
This position is 100% on-site .
Overview
As Program Director, you will be responsible for all phases of the program life cycle—from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). You will manage this program in a classified environment, with responsibility for both profit & loss (P&L) performance and strategic growth.
Role and Responsibilities:
Lead a restricted space program from conceptual design through Systems Requirements Review and multiple Design Reviews for a future National System.
Serve as the prime system integrator on a major proposal for a strategic National System.
Upon award, lead the program through design completion, fabrication, integration, test, delivery, and operations.Key responsibilities include:
Set a Vision
Develop and clearly communicate a compelling vision for shaping, growing, and enabling customer satisfaction and program success.
Define strategic objectives and roadmaps that align with customer missions and NGSP business goals.
Build a High‑Performing Team
Partner with functional leaders to build, develop, and retain critical talent across engineering, operations, and program management.
Formulate and execute staffing plans that achieve financial and programmatic objectives.
Create an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Take Ownership of Execution
Lead a diverse, multidisciplinary team to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments.
Drive disciplined program execution, including risk management, issue resolution, and performance to plan.
Communicate progress, challenges, and recovery plans with clarity and conciseness to internal and external stakeholders.
Lead with Courage and Influence
Instill a culture of empowerment and accountability that enables the team to meet or exceed obligations.
Build strong, trust‑based relationships with customers, industry partners, and internal organizations—and leverage those relationships to advance program objectives.
Advocate for the program across a broad stakeholder community to secure alignment, resources, and timely…