Director of Operations & Strategy — Lean, Cross-Functional Leader

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 176,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Health insurance

PTO and company holidays

Savings plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Director of Business Operations to lead day-to-day operations, drive excellence, and align people, processes, and systems with strategic objectives. The role oversees cross-functional teams, budgets, and continuous improvement initiatives to boost quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

The position can be based in Roy, UT or other U.S. locations, with travel up to 25% and a requirement for U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations or program management.
• 3–5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams and optimize workflows across departments.
• Monitor budgets and allocate resources to maximize ROI.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Process Improvement

Cross Functional Collaboration

Data Analytics

Strategic Planning

Communication

Travel

Security Clearance

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (MBA)

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Excel

Business dashboards

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Director of Business Operations to lead day-to-day operations, drive excellence, and align people, processes, and systems with strategic objectives. The role oversees cross-functional teams, budgets, and continuous improvement initiatives to boost quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

The position can be based in Roy, UT or other U.S. locations, with travel up to 25% and a requirement for U.S.