Director of Ops & Strategy

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Director of Business Operations to lead day-to-day operations, drive efficiency, and align people, processes, and systems with strategic goals. You will oversee cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and steer continuous improvement initiatives across multiple programs.

The role requires 10+ years in operations, leadership experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Travel up to 25% is expected, with eligibility for various incentives.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational leadership and strategy to translate goals into actionable plans.
• Drive process improvement and standard operating procedures across departments.
• Manage budgets and resources to optimize ROI and forecast needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Forecasting

Process improvement

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

ERP/CRM systems

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Operations Management/Engineering

Master’s degree (MBA or related)

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Excel

Dashboards

Job description

Northrop Grumman seeks a Director of Business Operations to lead day-to-day operations, drive efficiency, and align people, processes, and systems with strategic goals. You will oversee cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and steer continuous improvement initiatives across multiple programs.

The role requires 10+ years in operations, leadership experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Travel up to 25% is expected, with eligibility for various incentives.