Proposal Manager 3 - TS/SCI (Evergreen Req)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Training and development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Proposal Manager 3 to lead a cross-functional team through the full proposal lifecycle, delivering compliant, on-time submissions that win new business. This role is based in Redondo Beach, CA, with travel up to 25% and on-site work required.

You will own proposal tools, manage SharePoint environments, and drive process improvements, training, and risk management, partnering with capture leaders and divisions to strengthen bid readiness and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in a proposal leadership role on competitive proposals (Proposal Manager, Volume Captain, Capture Lead).
• Hands-on experience in pre-proposal, proposal development, and post-submittal activities.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing risk.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government acquisition processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint Online.

Responsibilities

• Lead competitive proposals from pre-RFP through submittal with cross-functional teams.
• Manage risk and coordinate dispersed contributors to deliver high-quality proposals.
• Own proposal tools and SharePoint infrastructure, configuring workflows and content management.
• Drive process improvements and training to strengthen proposal execution.

Skills

Proposal leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Process improvement

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SharePoint Online

Office 365

Power Automate

Content management systems

Project management tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

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 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, but they’re also making history.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking a Proposal Manager 3 for the Business Development Capture Excellence Proposal Management team.

Primary Mission In this leadership role, you will lead a multifaceted team of proposal participants through the full proposal lifecycle, delivering compliant, compelling, high‑quality, and on‑time submissions that win new business for the sector. You’ll work on the sector’s highest priority opportunities and partner closely with leaders across divisions, levels, and functions. A portion of your time will be prioritized toward managing enabling processes, training, and tools that form the foundation of our proposal management approach. This includes owning and advancing our SharePoint‑based proposal collaboration environments, workflows, and content management structures. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk management, and proposal‑based capabilities. This position is based in Redondo Beach, CA. The selected candidate must be able to work on site and willing to travel (up to 25% of the time). This position is contingent upon customer final approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead competitive proposals – Own the planning, process, schedule, and quality of assigned proposals from pre‑RFP through submittal, partnering with capture leaders and cross‑functional teams to deliver compliant, compelling, and on‑time submissions.
• Apply process rigor and manage risk – Tailor established proposal processes, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and coordinate geographically dispersed contributors to produce cohesive, high‑quality products.
• Own proposal tools and SharePoint infrastructure – Manage and enhance the proposal management SharePoint environment (sites, libraries, lists, views), configure and sustain out‑of‑the‑box workflows and tools for proposal collaboration and content management
• Drive continuous improvement and training – Lead process, tool, and training improvement projects that strengthen proposal execution and adoption of enabling tools.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in a proposal leadership role on competitive proposals (Proposal Manager, Volume Captain, Capture Lead).
• Working knowledge of all phases of the business acquisition lifecycle, with hands‑on experience in pre‑proposal, proposal development, and post‑submittal activities.
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading complex, cross‑functional projects with accountability for outcomes and responsibility managing risk.
• Experience leading process improvement and lessons‑learned activities.
• Proven ability to influence at all levels in a cross‑functional organization.
• Knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Government’s competitive acquisition process including federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including advanced SharePoint Online experience configuring and maintaining sites, workflows, permissions, and content management structures.
• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience in a Proposal Manager role for competitive proposals of $100M in value or greater.
• 2 or more years of experience managing direct reports.
• Experience designing, sustaining, and providing training for SharePoint‑based business process solutions (e.g., workflows/Power Automate, forms, metadata‑driven libraries) supporting complex teams.
• Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to streamline and improve processes.
• Experience with U.S. space systems‑related customers and proposals.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both your success and the company's. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan Savings Plan Paid Time Off Education Assistance Training and Development Flexible Work Arrangements https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00 The 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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.