Strategic Defense Programs Manager (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 160,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager, Business Management 3 for the B-21 program, located in Palmdale, CA or Clearfield, UT. You will lead financial planning, EVMS, and profitability assessments across multiple functional teams to ensure successful program execution.

The role requires a DoD Secret or higher clearance (or eligibility) and up to 10% travel. Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration are essential for driving program milestones and cost performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of business leadership experience.
• Active DoD Secret or higher clearance or eligibility.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Experience with EVMS and government contracting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Business Management activities for part of the Production Business Area on the B-21 Program.
• Develop, monitor and maintain business processes, tools and procedures for contract execution and profitability.
• Coordinate cross-functional work with Contracts, Cost/Schedule, Finance and Pricing.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Financial planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD

Tools

Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

DoD Cost Accounting Standards

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager, Business Management 3 for the B-21 program, located in Palmdale, CA or Clearfield, UT. You will lead financial planning, EVMS, and profitability assessments across multiple functional teams to ensure successful program execution.

The role requires a DoD Secret or higher clearance (or eligibility) and up to 10% travel. Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration are essential for driving program milestones and cost performance.