Director of Programs 2 – Mission Enabling Products

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. At Northrop Grumman, your voice is valued. You’ll join a team of passionate professionals providing real-world solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and enabling our employees to grow and achieve their goals by Defining Possible. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we offer the right opportunities to fit your life and advance your career. Northrop Grumman Space Systems – The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) BU is seeking a  Director of Programs for our Propulsion, Aerospace Services & Structures (PASS) Operating Unit . This role may be located at either our Commerce, CA or San Diego, CA  facilities. This role is on-site with travel to other Northrop Grumman locations as well as customer and supplier sites as required. Overvie w The Operating Unit Director reports directly to the MEP Business Unit Vice President and is responsible for overall leadership, performance, and health of the business, program portfolios and supporting staff.   Key Responsibilities: Operating Unit Leadership • Provide overall Propulsion and Structures Operating Unit leadership for a high mix/high volume portfolio of complex programs; ensuring financial (profit/loss and return on invested capital), Annual Operating Planning (AOP) and Long Range Strategic Planning (LRSP), schedule, technical, and quality objectives are met or exceeded while driving streamlining product lines and strengthening presence in aerospace/defense markets. Program Leadership & Execution • Drive disciplined program execution, risk management, and performance management across all programs at both facilities. • Lead and mentor a team of program managers, setting clear expectations, accountability, and development paths. • Mentor the program managers to build and strengthen partnerships and collaboration with all Functions to deepen customer intimacy. Leadership & Culture • Champion the highest integrity, inclusive culture that reflects Northrop Grumman values and fosters engagement, collaboration, safety, teamwork continuous improvement, and high performance while encouraging innovation. • Maintain strong and improving employee morale and highly effective communication across all levels and functions of the organization. Coach and mentor leaders and team members, reinforcing accountability, engagement, and ownership. • Engage and support employee career growth, work satisfaction and retention.    • Help the organization navigate ambiguity by driving clarity in priorities, roles, and expectations; communicate decisions, changes, and strategic direction effectively.  Delegate to the level that supports leadership development and organizational speed.  Bu