Manager Business Management 2

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US-California-Palmdale US-California-San Diego Until 9/6/2026 7+ years exp First posted July 8, 2026 Last posted July 8, 2026
Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Business Management 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Business Management organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA or Rancho Barnardo, CA and is an onsite position.

This is a dynamic role supporting a large operating unit in a challenging, fast-paced environment. The Business Management Manager be responsible for the integration and oversight of all Business Management efforts including new business pursuits, business acquisition processes, compliance, funding analysis, financial analysis, earned value management analysis, internal audits, and business case scenarios. The Manager is also responsible for working with the Program Office to ensure accurate, time sensitive reporting and briefing to leadership.

Specific duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Support proposal preparation, fact-finding and contract negotiations on a major capture as needed to ensure business management issues are represented as necessary

  • Work with Business as well as Integrated Product Teams on assigned responsibilities, including Internal and external customer interactions, EVMS implementation and analysis, or CAM duties as required; support and guidance to PMs and CAMs; inputs and knowledge of contracts; analysis and review of EACs and variance analysis research and reporting

  • Focus team on achieving uncompromising quality in all products and services, accountability, meeting financial goals, and team performance

  • Ensure team fully understands their roles and impact on financial results

  • Act as primary point of contact with Program Manager counterpart and maintain a positive working relationship to improve communication and stay on top of any potential cost issues

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must either have a bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and 7 years finance/business management work experience or a master's degree from a accredited university and 3 years finance/business management work experience or a PhD from a accredited university and 3 years finance/business management work experience

  • Experience in Government Contracting

  • Experience developing and presenting business strategies, financial information, and risk assessments to leadership teams

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working major capture efforts

  • Experience leading a team, either as a lead, functional manager, or matrix manager

  • Experience interfacing with government audit agencies such as DCMA and DCAA, as well as Internal Audit

  • DoD Secret Security Clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,100.00 - $199,700.00

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.

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.
About this role

Summary

Manage business efforts including financing, compliance, proposals, and leadership reporting.

Job title

Manager Business Management 2

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Onsite in California; no remote work allowed

Salary

$133k–$200k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

financebusiness managementgovernment contractingrisk assessment

Preferred skills

capture effortsteam leadershipgovernment audit interfacing

Specializations

contractingfinancial analysisprogram managementcompliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

California, USA

On-site State

San Diego, CA, USA

On-site City