Business Management Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: 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.

If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a Business Management Manager, your role at Commerce, CA will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?

You will be a direct report to Mission Enable Products Business Management and matrix to Propulsion Operating Unit Product Director. You will partner with the Operating Unit Director and Program Managers to manage all financial aspects to achieve the Business Unit’s financial and strategic objectives.  

Role & Impact:

• Coordinate and lead all business management functions including but not limited to quarterly EAC process, financial forecasting, monthly reporting, earned value management and pricing
• Provide financial business analysis and reporting with the ability to clearly communicate with senior management as it relates to financial program status and analyses
• Coordinate and Develop business strategy with both FP&A and Product Director to enable accurate forecasting and long-range planning
• Oversee key line forecasting, work authorization, implementation of earned value (EV) reporting, program budgeting, estimate at complete development, and various financial reporting activities
• Assist in coordinating proposals from draft RFP to award, including review of RFP, FAR clauses, coordination with subcontractor flow-downs, basis of estimates, indirect rates, pricing strategies, cash management, negotiation strategy and oversight, and presenting to Senior Management
• Other duties as assigned

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering inclusivity. Skilled in building diverse teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change.

Why You? You're the candidate we're searching for if you are ready to achieve the unthinkable alongside like-minded innovators. #definingpossible

What You Bring to the Table - Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years professional work experience that includes management or leadership experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6+ years professional work experience that includes management or leadership experience
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Experience with program proposals, cost and schedule control, program budgeting and forecasting for both DoD and International Programs
• Knowledge of ERP Systems and MS Project
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top-Secret, etc.)

What Sets You Apart:

• Earned Value (EVMS) and financial reporting experience on a variety of contract types
• Experience in managing EAC’s on challenging programs
• Experience working with CostPoint and IBM Planning and Analytics tools
• Familiarity with the risk management process and the development of S-Curve modeling for proposals and schedule risk assessments
• Experience leading teams and developing talent across multiple footprints

You'll be a great fit if you:

• Have a proven track record leading diverse teams and promoting professional development
• Foster a collaborative culture
• Hold teammates accountable
• Are a clear communicator and work well in a team environment
• Remain agile and are comfortable working in non-standardized environments
• Are capable of managing multiple time sensitive deliverables

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Up to 10% travel may be required.

About Payload & Ground Systems: Leading designer, producer and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. The premier source for mission-enabling, space-qualified deployable booms, masts and backing structures.

About Business Management: Lead pivotal financial strategies, shaping the success of our operations with your expertise. Make an impact where it counts!

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $188,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.