Business Development Operations Manager ( Secret Clearance

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance 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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Business Development Operations Manager 1 to support key growth initiatives in our Space Systems sector. The incumbent will drive pipeline development, capture & proposal activities, and BD‑process alignment while partnering with Capture, Strategy, and enterprise‑wide teams.

This position can be based at the Chandler, AZ or McLean, VA  this role, you will be responsible for strategy, portfolio management, business development, customer relations, partnerships, and capture support to ensure a robust backlog and healthy pipeline of domestic and international opportunities.

Core ResponsibilitiesBD Operations Management – Own pipeline administration, opportunity tracking, and internal process alignment across the sector.

Capture & Proposal Support – Conduct data analysis, prepare gate‑review materials, and maintain capture documentation.

System Oversight – Measure, maintain, and enhance BD tools (e.g., Salesforce, reporting dashboards).Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Lead liaison efforts among Capture, BD, and Strategy teams at sector and enterprise levels.

People Management – Supervise and mentor direct reports; coordinate training events.

Metrics & Reporting – Assess key performance indicators and produce regular health reports for sector leadership.

Governance & Compliance – Ensure adherence to Northrop Grumman’s BD governance and acquisition processes.

Special Projects – Lead emerging captures, pursuit management, and other ad‑hoc initiatives directed by senior leaders.

Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (Business, Engineering, Political Science, International Affairs, or related) + 5 years relevant experience or Master’s degree (same fields) + 3 years relevant experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint essential)
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical abilities; comfortable presenting to senior executives

Support coordination for key events or engagements

Strategic thinking with the ability to influence senior leadership and customer decision‑makers

Familiarity with the Business Acquisitions Process (BAP)
Active Secret clearance at time of application

Preferred Qualifications Defense, aerospace, or government‑contracting experience

Hands‑on experience with Salesforce, Tableau, or comparable CRM/analytics tools

Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle & capture‑management processes

Eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Why Northrop Grumman At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to defining what’s possible in space, defense, and security. As part of our leadership team, you will shape missions that protect our nation and its allies, working with world-class engineers, program leaders, and business professionals. We offer the opportunity to influence strategy at scale, drive meaningful innovation for…