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In office (Chandler)
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Staff · 9+ years exp
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Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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.

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.

The Program Business Operations Manager 2 will partner with the Program and Functional Managers to manage all financial, schedule, contractual, and proposal and aspects of the program to achieve the Business Unit’s financial and strategic objectives. This position will be a direct report to the Strike Weapons Operating Unit (OU) Program Director.

This position will be located in Chandler, AZ. Due to Strike Weapons security requirements, this position will be located within a security controlled closed area.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct management oversight for a team of Business Operations functions (Contracts, Finance, Scheduling, Business Development).
  • Manage financial business analysis and reporting with the ability to clearly communicate with senior management as it relates to financial program status and analyses.
  • Manage and assist in the development of business strategy and forecasting, through internal or external deliverables such as the Long-Range Strategic Plan and the Annual Operating Plan.
  • Oversee key line forecasting, work authorization, implementation of modified EV reporting, program budgeting, estimate at complete development, and various financial reporting activities.
  • Coordinate cost and schedule analyses and preparation of reports to ensure contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon cost and schedule parameters and cost control guidelines.
  • Manage risks and opportunities with multiple contract types from both an execution and financial perspective.
  • Manage and support of customer meetings and reviews and required data submittals as required
  • Manage the proposal process from draft RFP to award, including review of RFP, coordination with subcontractor flow-downs if required, basis of estimates, indirect rates, pricing strategies, cash management, negotiation strategy and oversight, and presenting to Senior Management.
  • Oversee and assist with the organization, development, and execution of Proposal efforts for contract modifications and supporting Business Development on new contracts as necessary
  • Manage and support various internal and external audits as applicable.

The successful candidate must have a proven track record in leading a diverse team as well as the ability to promote the professional development of the business management workforce, fostering a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around ethics and integrity, employee engagement, affordability, innovation, value growth and continuous improvement.

The candidate will maintain the highest level of commitment to quality, compliance, and internal controls in adherence to company values and ethics. The position requires some travel to customer and other off-site locations.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline with 9 years of associated job experience
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop talent
  • Experience with program proposals, cost and schedule control, program budgeting and EVMS methods
  • Schedule, performance and financial reporting experience on a variety of contract types
  • Previous participation with customer directed meetings and reviews
  • The willingness and ability to travel internationally and domestically 10% of the time
  • General aerospace and launch vehicle knowledge
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills
  • Knowledge and management of various government CLIN types including CPIF/CPAF/FPIF/FPAF/FFP
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance or higher
  • US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Business related discipline
  • Familiar with COBRA and COGNOS systems and reporting
  • Experience developing business strategy and forecasting, through internal or external deliverables such a Long-Range Strategic Plan or Annual Operating Plan
  • Familiarity with launch vehicle development and production programs
  • Active Secret clearance or higher
Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00The 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.
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