RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Business Management Manager 1 based out of Northridge, CA. This position may be staffed as a full-time onsite role from the Northridge, CA area. This position offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You'll Get to Do:
The Business Management Manager 1 will support/lead all business management activities for Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) Baseline and other classified programs within Advanced Weapons Operating Unit/Business Unit, a leading provider of advanced tactical missile systems within the company's Weapon Systems Division).  This position will be reporting to Advance Weapon System Operating Unit Senior Business Manager.
Business Management Manager 1 roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Program resource management, including cost estimation, allocation, tracking, and analysis
• Preparation and presentation of financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecast
• Compliance and financial reporting in support of Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and monthly Indicated Finals (IF)
• EVMS oversight with COBRA reporting to satisfy internal/external deliverables.
• Prepare Comprehensive Estimate-at-Complete (CEAC) preparation and responsible for final review
• Review all contractual documents related to the applicable programs and assist with contract negotiations as needed,  Support of pricing and proposal activities
• Oversee cash management to ensure timely invoices and collections 
• On-going collaboration with the Program and functional teams
• Management and development of Program Control Analyst (PCA) staff
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional industry related experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of professional industry related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Cobra, Cognos
• Experience in a Program Control Environment - setting up cost control system, and monitoring costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
• Experience with Earned Value Management and performance measurement baseline concepts and ability to apply them to multiple contracts, CLINs and control accounts.
• Experience preparing and presenting financial analysis to team and/or management.
• US Citizenship
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• MBA certification
• Proficient in NGFP
• Knowledge of government program budgeting and forecasting, and Annual Operating Plan development
• Experience in financial planning and analysis and presentation to leadership experience
• Experience in pricing and proposal activities
• Understanding of DOD contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, and the FAR
• Experience with Cognos, NGFP forecasting and Cobra Earned Value Management system, Tableau, Power BI analytics or SAP
• Previous experience managing/supervising program, project, or personnel.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
Soft Skills:

• Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization
• Strong problem solving or organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset
Primary Level Salary Range: $107,500.00 - $160,900.00The 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.PDN-a03deea9-10a8-44bd-a88c-db45281b968b