Proposal Manager 2 - Lead Complex Govt Proposals (Secret)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Redondo Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Redondo Beach, CA is seeking a Proposal Manager 2 to lead the full lifecycle of high‑priority proposals for U.S. Government, international, and commercial customers.

You will manage a multifaceted team, drive compliant, compelling submissions, and partner with leaders across divisions to ensure on‑time delivery. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with years of leadership experience in proposal management, extensive knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience, including 2+ years in a proposal leadership role on competitive proposals.
• Working knowledge of all phases of the business acquisition lifecycle
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading complex, cross-functional projects with accountability for outcomes and risk management
• Proven ability to influence at all levels in a cross‑functional organization
• Knowledge of the U.S. Government’s competitive acquisition process including FAR/DFAR
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint Online
• Active Secret clearance at the time of application
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain TS/SCI at the time of application

Responsibilities

• Own the schedule and quality of every proposal, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Apply and tailor established proposal processes, continuously monitoring and mitigating risk.
• Develop and execute efficient plans for complex, competitive solicitations from U.S. Government, international, and commercial customers.
• Align with capture leaders to assess bid readiness and translate Northrop Grumman’s capabilities into clear, easy-to-evaluate proposals.
• Influence and coordinate both local and geographically dispersed teams to produce cohesive, compelling submissions.
• Drive proposal‑process enhancements, create tools, and deliver training across the sector.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Proposal management

Risk management

Communications

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Active Secret clearance

Influence at all levels

Microsoft Office 365

SharePoint Online

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

SharePoint Online

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Redondo Beach, CA is seeking a Proposal Manager 2 to lead the full lifecycle of high‑priority proposals for U.S. Government, international, and commercial customers.

You will manage a multifaceted team, drive compliant, compelling submissions, and partner with leaders across divisions to ensure on‑time delivery. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with years of leadership experience in proposal management, extensive knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle, and