Proposal Manager 2 (11945)

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP), Strategic Deterrent Systems Division Strategy, Business and Corporate Development organization is seeking a full-time experienced Proposal Manager 2 to join our Division Proposal and Development Operations team of qualified diverse individuals. This position is located in Roy, UT. Flexible/hybrid work arrangement possible and will vary based on proposal assignments. The selected candidate must be willing and able to travel, as needed (up to 25%). Active Secret required to start.

Responsibilities

As a Proposal Manager, you will apply proven proposal planning and execution strategies and processes to lead teams across the sector to develop successful, compliant, compelling, and on time proposal submissions. The proposals you will work on include top Priority Wins and other major competitive and sole source pursuits. 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. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with the Capture Manager and core team on proposal execution approach, team staffing, and roles and responsibilities
• Develop efficient and effective proposal execution plans in response to complex solicitations from U.S. Government and other customers
• Lead collaborative, engaged teams to develop, review, and submit proposals that effectively represent our strategy and baseline while eliminating non-compliances and limiting weaknesses
• Ensure adherence to schedule, and continually manage risk to address volatility in proposal requirements, deadlines, and our offering
• Assignment Manager responsible for mentoring, coaching, and training Proposal team members. Will also manage the division proposal operations functional homeroom.
• Team player with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to present concepts and recommendations to all levels within the organization.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience working on competitive proposals for U.S. Government customers, including 5+ years in a proposal management role
• Proposal Manager experience leading competitive proposals of $250M in value or greater
• At least 1 year of experience supporting capture activities for a priority win pursuit prior to the start of proposal planning
• Experience training, leading, and directing activities of team members through execution of a formal proposal process
• Knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Government's acquisition process including federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFAR)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail
• Active Secret security clearance
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working on competitive proposals for U.S. Government customers
• 7+ years of experience in a proposal management role
• Proposal Manager experience leading sole source/competitive proposals of $500M in value or greater
• Experience with U.S. space systems related customers and proposals
• Active TS security clearance
  
  

Salary Range: $131,200 - $196,800

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.