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Business Development Manager 2 - 15546

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Business Development Manager 2 - 15546

Huntsville, AL

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Business Development Manager 2. This position will be located in Roy, UT or Huntsville, AL and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program. The Business Development Manager will work with a campaign team of capture professionals, business development professionals and industry partners, supporting activities to realize long range strategy plan commitments.

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This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You'll Get To Do:

Identifies and implements business development projects relating to new products and/or industries, technologies, or services.

Identifies markets, licensing opportunities, and determines the feasibility of product development.

Performs economic analyses on new or improved product opportunities and/or business models and coordinates with internal departments in identifying/implementing business development projects.

May work with sales, marketing and potential customers to determine their needs.

Develops and disseminates information on a continuous basis to all pertinent parties concerning the fulfillment of project goals and objectives.

Identifies and implements business development projects relating to new products technologies, or services. Identifies markets, licensing opportunities, and determines the feasibility of product development within the strategic deterrence mission areas.

Performs economic analyses on new or improved product opportunities and/or business models and coordinates with internal departments in identifying/implementing business development projects.

Works with potential customers to determine their needs. Develops and disseminates information on a continuous basis to all pertinent parties concerning the fulfillment of project goals and objectives.

Works with potential customers to determine their needs and develops and disseminates information on a continuous basis to all pertinent parties concerning the fulfillment of project goals and objectives

Works within a team to mature technological capabilities and develop prototype designs

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience across a breadth of disciplines to include but not limited to business development, strategy, contract management, supply chain project management, procurement, and/or other cross-disciplinary teams; Master's Degree and 4 years of experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Current active DoD Top Secret Clearance /eligible to obtain Special Access program (SAP) read-ins

1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule

3 years working with modern military weapon systems and demonstrating a technical understanding of the weapon systems to meet customer needs

Experience working with government customers and maintaining long standing relationships.

AND experience in one or more of the following:

Design, development, and/or integration of strategic systems and subsystems

Integrated hardware/software verification & validation experience

Integration of actuation system into overall vehicle system

Understanding of architecture design, specification development, requirements definition, and functional modeling.

Experience across multiple NG business groups to understand technology and product portfolios.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

Previous experience working with the Program Executive Offices / Acquisition elements in one or more of OSD/SCO, USAF RCO, USN Strategic Systems Program, STRATCOM, AFRL, DARPA, Space Force, Missile Defense Agency, and MPO

Previous experience working with Program/Project Managers and Engineering Managers to learn the technical side of theater-based delivery systems, or multi-domain Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems, and be able to represent the organization with the customer(s) in the absence of a PM/Engineer

Previous experience developing and implementing customer engagement plans from the action officer level to the SES/GOFO level

Knowledge of program management and acquisition strategies theater-based delivered systems, or multi-domain Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems

Active TS/SCI security clearance with current SAP access

Minimum of 5 years of business development or program execution experience with a Bachelor of Science in a STEM degree.

Rapidly accepts change and inspires change in organizations in a positive, inclusive way.

Dynamic self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently and who responds to challenges with resilience and can make informed decisions at the speed of relevance.

Ability to quickly develop an understanding of technical capabilities and their applications to customer needs

Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Huntsville, AL, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10199945-2
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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