Sentinel Manager Software Engineering 3

About Northrop Grumman

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 and 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. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they are making history.

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Flight Systems Software Execution Manager 3 for the Sentinel Program, located at our SDS headquarters in Roy, UT, or Huntsville, AL. As the Program Manager, you will serve as the IFC Lead for Flight Systems, reporting to the GSI Director. This role represents all Flight Systems Software across the portfolio, providing cross-program leadership, governance, and integration.

In this position, you will drive portfolio-level metrics, ensure adherence to processes and procedures, brief executive leadership, and act as the primary liaison with DevOps to enable predictable, high-quality software delivery. You will provide technical project leadership and drive the integration of products across multiple sub-teams. Your focus will be on leading the planning, execution, architecture, design, feature development, and metrics of all program Integrated Functional Capabilities (IFCs). Beyond technical execution, you will create a culture of well-being, inclusion, and engagement that attracts, retains, and enables a high-performing workforce.

Work Environment & Schedule

This is a full-time position with a standard 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. The role requires 25% travel. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Please note that a Secret clearance is required to start, and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) is necessary.

Hiring Process & Application

The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.