The Engineering Program Manager (EPM) is responsible for leading end-to-end engineering execution across the full program lifecycle. The EPM ensures the integrated engineering team delivers on cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role works in close partnership with the Program Manager and Chief Engineer to drive program success and meet commitments. EPMs are essential to strengthening how we execute—bringing consistency, rigor, and visibility across all engineering efforts on a program.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering execution across the entire program lifecycle (capture through delivery)
Drive cost, schedule, and technical performance with disciplined execution
Integrate across all engineering functions and partner organizations (GSC, MFG, MA) to ensure cohesive program alignment
Enable data-informed decisions using program metrics and performance indicators
Ensure adherence and appropriate rigor to all engineering processes
Partner with Program Managers and Chief Engineers to align technical scope, staffing, and execution plans
Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and issues early
Drive milestone reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) with clear entry/exit criteria and readiness
This position will be full-time, on-site at our Rolling Meadows, IL location.
This position is contingent upon funding/contract award, special access program, and acquiring and maintaining the necessary U.S. Government security clearance per customers' requirements prior to start.
Basic Qualifications
BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics or other STEM field with 12+ years of related experience, MS degree in STEM field with 10+ years of related experience, or PhD in STEM field with 8+ years of related experience
5+ years of related engineering experience working in an engineering organization at a defense contractor during EMD and/or LRIP phases
Experience working collaboratively on complex projects that encompass hardware, software, and firmware
Experience in development and Earned Value Management (EVM) of cost accounts and schedules
U.S. Citizenship required
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using metrics to drive decisions and program outcomes
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills including presentation experience briefing senior levels of leadership, both internal and external
9+ years engineering experience, including 5+ years leading multi discipline engineering teams
Experience in all aspects of the engineering process from proposal / requirements analysis through verification testing and fielding of systems
Experience in a Systems Engineering Integration & Test environment from one or more of the following specialty areas: EOIR systems, sensors, optics, antenna design, direction finding, geolocation, threat analysis
Experience decomposing requirements for DoD-based platforms or systems
Demonstrated expertise in SysML modeling and MBSE tools (e.g., IBM Rational DOORS, Enterprise Architect, Cameo). Ability to develop and maintain system models, traceability matrices, and verification cross‑reference artifacts
Strong understanding of engineering execution across the full program lifecycle (beyond task tracking or a single discipline)
Proven ability to collaborate across functions, sites, and stakeholders
Familiarity with Northrop Grumman processes and operating procedures
CAM certification with experience in ETCs and CEACs (or demonstrated experience performing CAM responsibilities)
Demonstrated success guiding teams through proposals and Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation, program planning including start-up, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), milestone or gate reviews and through all execution phases
Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00
The 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.
