Braden McCord
Program Manager | Leading Complex Defense Programs | Cross-Functional Execution
- Role
- Manager Programs 2 at Northrop Grumman
- Location
- Layton, UT, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Braden McCord
With nearly a decade of experience in the aerospace and defense industry, I have played key roles in project management, contract administration, and program planning for multibillion-dollar programs at Northrop Grumman. My expertise includes optimizing schedules, ensuring contractual compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. Holding a Master\'s degree in Project Management and currently pursuing a Master\'s in Information Systems, along with certifications in cybersecurity and agile methodologies, I excel in utilizing advanced tools and innovative solutions to drive success.As a multidisciplinary professional and systems thinker, I have a comprehensive understanding of the big picture and am enthusiastic about integrating emerging technologies like artificial intelligence to enhance business processes. My personal journey has instilled a deep passion for supporting individuals from diverse and challenging backgrounds. As Chair of the University of Utah Alumni Chapter at Northrop Grumman, I am committed to fostering a supportive culture and community, with a focus on mentoring students and early career professionals who may lack traditional support systems. I thrive on fostering collaboration and innovation, and I am excited to connect and explore opportunities to create impactful results together.
Experience
Manager Programs 2
Jan 2026 — Present · Roy, UT, US
Education
UCLA Extension
Contract Management Certificate
University of Utah
MS, Information Systems
University of Utah
BS, Business Management, Psychology
University of Southern California
MS, Project Management
Skills
- Sales Operations
- Customer Service
- Training
- Customer Satisfaction
- Marketing
- Microsoft Excel
- Powerpoint
- Autocad
- Team Building
- Management
- Leadership
- Solidworks
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Account Management
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Social Networking
- Budgets
- Sales Management
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Office
- Sales
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