Director of Business Operations

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% 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.

The Director of Business Operations 1 is responsible for overseeing day to day business operations, driving operational excellence, and ensuring that people, processes, and systems are aligned to achieve organizational goals. This role leads cross functional teams, optimizes workflows, manages budgets and resources, and implements continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This position can be based out of Roy, UT;
Huntsville, AL;
Northridge, CA;
McLean, VA;
Linthicum, MD;
Plymouth, MN; or Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Strategy
• Develop and execute operational strategies that support the organization’s short and long term objectives.
• Translate strategic goals into operational plans with clear priorities, metrics, and timelines.
• Monitor operational performance and recommend adjustments to meet or exceed targets.

Process Improvement & Efficiency
• Analyze existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to increase productivity and reduce cost.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices across departments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to drive operational excellence.

People Management & Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and develop managers and staff within the operations function.
• Set performance expectations, conduct regular reviews, and create development plans.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

Financial & Resource Management
• Develop and manage operational budgets; monitor expenses against plan, to include NCTA and department budgets.
• Optimize allocation of resources (people, tools, vendors) to maximize ROI.
• Partner with Finance to forecast operational needs and support planning cycles.

Cross Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with departments such as Business management, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain to secure required resources for Future Concepts programs.
• Serve as a key point of contact between executive leadership and operational teams.
• Lead and/or support cross functional projects and initiatives.

Data & Performance Management
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and present regular operational reports and insights to senior leadership.

Basic Qualifications Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field required.

Experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations, program management, or related roles.
• 3–5+ years in a leadership position managing teams and budgets.
• Demonstrated success in driving process improvement and operational efficiency.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong leadership and…