Top Secret Proposal Manager I - 25% Travel

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Proposal Manager 1 to lead high‑priority bids in the Space Systems sector. You will plan, team, and execute complex proposals, coordinating with multiple divisions and customers to craft compliant, compelling submissions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years in proposals, strong risk management, and experience with government acquisition processes. On-site in Dulles, VA with travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of relevant experience and at least 2 years in a proposal leadership role on competitive proposals.
• Experience across all phases of the business acquisition lifecycle.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects with accountability for outcomes and risk management.
• Ability to influence at all levels in a cross-functional organization.
• Knowledge of the U.S. Government's competitive acquisition process (FAR/DFAR) and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Own the schedule and quality of every proposal to ensure on-time, compliant deliveries.
• Apply and tailor proposal processes, monitor risk, and drive process rigor.
• Plan and execute efficient proposals for complex solicitations from government, international, and commercial customers.
• Align with capture leaders to assess bid readiness and translate capabilities into compelling proposals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across locations to deliver cohesive submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement, create tools, and deliver sector-wide training.

Skills

Proposal leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Acquisition lifecycle

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Risk management

MS Office 365

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SharePoint Online

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Proposal Manager 1 to lead high‑priority bids in the Space Systems sector. You will plan, team, and execute complex proposals, coordinating with multiple divisions and customers to craft compliant, compelling submissions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years in proposals, strong risk management, and experience with government acquisition processes. On-site in Dulles, VA with travel up to 25% is expected.