Manager Business Management 2

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 Mission Systems sector is seeking Business Manager 2, to lead Modernization and Future Platforms Programs within Advanced Systems Operating Unit. This position reports to the Business Manager - Advanced Systems.

This position is located in Linthicum, MD and is a full-time onsite position.

Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Program resource management, including cost estimation, allocation, tracking, and analysis
• Estimate-at-Complete (EAC) preparation and review
• Management and development of Program Control Analyst (PCA) staff
• Preparation and presentation of financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecasts
• Management of Program Earned Value reporting
• On-going collaboration with the customer and functional teams
• Collaboration with the Modernization and Future Platforms Director and Program Managers 
• Review of all contractual documents related to Programs
• Assistance with contract negotiations
• Support of pricing and high-visibility proposal activities
• Cash Management to ensure timely invoicing and collections

Basic Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline with 8 years of industry related experience in finance, accounting, or program control .
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and SAP
• Understanding of DOD contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, and the FAR
• Prior experience with government program budgeting and forecasting, as well as Annual Operating Plan development
• Prior experience preparing and presenting financial analysis to team and/or management.
• Prior experience in proposal preparation and BOE preparation and evaluations.
• The willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.
• Current, active secret level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• MBA
• Earned Value Proficiency including the Earned Value Guidelines and ONE NG System Description.
• Experience with financial forecasting systems

Salary Range: $116,600 USD - $175,000 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.