Requisition ID: R10189050- Category: Business Management
- Location: Elkton, Maryland, United States of America
- Clearance Type: None
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 25 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Director 1, Business Management to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. We are seeking a business unit Business Management Director to lead all business management activities associated with the Propulsion Systems & Controls (PS&C) business unit (BU). This position will be in Elkton, MD where the BU headquarters and leadership team reside. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grummans Defense Systems Sector.
This position will report directly to the Division Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and support the PS&C business unit Director. This position is a trusted, key partner to the business unit director and will involve establishing strategy, managing resources, prioritizing requirements, and delivering financial results while ensuring the integrity of business processes.
This role will lead the business unit business management team supporting external and internal customers. The ideal candidate must be proficient in developing and motivating a productive staff with excellent interpersonal, planning, presentation, and organizational skills with focused emphasis on continuous process improvement.
The PS&C portfolio is diverse with a mix of external / internal customers, various contract types and scope. Interaction with senior leadership across NG will occur regularly due to the visibility of major programs and proposals within the portfolio. The candidate must have strong business acumen, communication, and negotiation skills, as well as demonstrated ability to work proactively within an extremely fluid environment. They will be required to be a trusted business partner, interface with applicable stakeholders (internal and external) and lead contract proposal to drive value creation and growth. Comprehending and analyzing complex problems, developing actionable solutions, and driving execution is a must!
The successful candidate must possess an advanced understanding of financial reporting and planning, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), indirect rate management, estimates at complete (EAC), Earned Value Management (EVM), Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development, budgeting and forecasting to include Non-Contractual Technical Activity (NCTA), Capital expenditures, and inventory.
Relocation assistance may be available for this position.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience
- Experience leading teams
- Familiarity with Financial reporting and planning
- Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
- Familiarity with Indirect rate management
- Knowledge of Estimates at complete (EAC)
- Background in Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Development experience
- Familiarity with Budgeting and Forecasting
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
- MBA or CPA preferred
- Proficient in Costpoint and SAP
- Active Top Secret clearance
Salary Range: $171,400 - $257,200
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
