Overview

Northrop Grumman UK is solving the most complex challenges by shaping tomorrow's technology and solutions. We call it Defining Possible. This mindset guides career development and community impact. What’s your possible?

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the management of all aspects of allocated projects and will be supported by the Team Leads, Engineering Delivery Manager and/or Chief Engineer in the respective projects. This role is responsible for managing a customer contract, ensuring project delivery, tracking key KPIs, as well as developing strategy, plans and business cases, in conjunction with the engineering team. The Senior Project Manager will manage projects across all phases of the life-cycle, including the business development aspects leading up to the award of the contract.

Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. We develop and support UK wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems. We work to solve the world’s most challenging problems with curiosity, dedication, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and acts as liaison between project management, planning, project team, and line management
• Support the Programme/Account Manager to manage project relationships with partners, suppliers, and beneficiaries, in line with agreements, supplier code of conduct and best-practice stakeholder management and contract management
• Support the Business Development function in pursuing and capturing new opportunities through to award of the associated contract
• Launch, organise, plan, document and effectively manage the execution and conclusion of all allocated projects to deliver on commitments within baselined schedule and budget
• Implement, maintain and manage all elements of project management including value, scope, quality, procurement, time, finance, human resources, risk, opportunities and communications
• Ensure accurate financial tracking of the project, including cost accounting and forecasting to maintain a realistic estimate at complete

Benefits

We offer flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed schedule with every other Friday off. Benefits include private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

We Are Looking For

• Technical Degree
• Project Management Experience, minimum of 5 years
• Team Leadership
• Customer Management

Security Clearance

You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance (SC). Our recruitment team is available to answer questions and will guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.

Why join us?

• Be part of a global team of 100,000 colleagues — opportunities across the world and a growing presence in global markets.
• A mission to believe in — contributing to a more secure and connected world across land, sea, air, space and cyberspace.
• A place to belong and thrive — an inclusive community with Employee Resource Groups and partnerships promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Your career, your way — diverse roles, mentorship, development opportunities, and flexible benefits to support work-life balance.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Reach out for more information: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing