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Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager (T05)

Redondo Beach, CA

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.The Ground Solutions & Mission Support (GSMS) Software IPT, which executes across both Development and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts, is seeking a highly motivated Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager that will lead and manage the installation efforts at both CONUS and OCONUS operational sites. This position is based out of Redondo Beach, CA.
In this role you will be responsible for managing a site installation team focused on upgrading existing ADPE, upgrading the operating system, and installing new software baselines for multiple ground element C2 architectures and product lines at multiple locations. You will coordinate with customer reps and E1 stakeholders to ensure successful software installations, and provide innovative and effective engineering solutions to solve complex technical and installation challenges, working closely with the Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering. Other responsibilities include Cost Account Management (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM), and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) business aspects.
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 8 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active SSBI required at the time of application and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date
• Domain knowledge across the Mission One customer portfolio
• Experience with software product lines and site deliveries
• Experience with site installations, including ADPE obsolescence & OS upgrades
Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with the site installation manager role and responsibilities
• Experience working in a software development and software O&M environment
• Working knowledge of EVM, previous CAM experience, and IMS schedules
• Experience working closely with government counterparts, in both a development and site capacity
• Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process
• Prior knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-a0723be9-c1b2-48fc-8f85-7cda0e9f2181
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.The Ground Solutions & Mission Support (GSMS) Software IPT, which executes across both Development and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts, is seeking a highly motivated Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager that will lead and manage the installation efforts at both CONUS and OCONUS operational sites. This position is based out of Redondo Beach, CA.
In this role you will be responsible for managing a site installation team focused on upgrading existing ADPE, upgrading the operating system, and installing new software baselines for multiple ground element C2 architectures and product lines at multiple locations. You will coordinate with customer reps and E1 stakeholders to ensure successful software installations, and provide innovative and effective engineering solutions to solve complex technical and installation challenges, working closely with the Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering. Other responsibilities include Cost Account Management (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM), and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) business aspects.
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 8 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active SSBI required at the time of application and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date
• Domain knowledge across the Mission One customer portfolio
• Experience with software product lines and site deliveries
• Experience with site installations, including ADPE obsolescence & OS upgrades
Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with the site installation manager role and responsibilities
• Experience working in a software development and software O&M environment
• Working knowledge of EVM, previous CAM experience, and IMS schedules
• Experience working closely with government counterparts, in both a development and site capacity
• Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process
• Prior knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-a0723be9-c1b2-48fc-8f85-7cda0e9f2181

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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.

© 2025 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager (T05)
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