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Director of Programs 2

Northrop GrummanGilbert, AZFull-time$230,000.00 - $345,000.00

This senior leadership position is accountable for the health and results of a diverse portfolio of complex defense and aerospace programs. It guides cost, schedule, technical, quality, risk, and performance management while ensuring programs meet customer and business objectives. The director shapes growth and capture strategies, works with customers and partners, and aligns engineering, operations, business development, and other functions. The role leads and mentors program managers and influences supporting organizations within a matrixed environment. It suits an experienced defense or aerospace executive with a strong record in program delivery, business development, customer engagement, and organizational leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of defense or aerospace program/project management experienceExperience leading complex programs, portfolios, and cross-functional teamsProven customer engagement, business capture, and growth strategy experienceBackground with a Department of Defense major prime contractorAbility to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance with SAP eligibilityU.S. citizenship and strong executive communication skills
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2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.

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