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Manager Program Control 2

Northrop Grumman

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Redondo Beach, CA · Posted October 19, 2026

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking a Manager Business Management 2 within the Strategic Mission Command and Control (SMC2) operating unit (OU). This location for this position is Redonda Beach, CA, Woodland Hills, CA or Huntsville, AL .

Responsibilities:

Partner with the business area manager and other functional staff to oversee all financials aspects of the business

Oversee a team of program control analysts supporting various programs and efforts within the business area

Oversee key line forecasting, work authorization, program budgeting, estimate at complete development, and various financial reporting activities

Develop business strategy and forecasting, through internal/external deliverables such as the Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) and the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for preparation and presentation of financial data, including variance analysis and forecasts to senior management

Support pricing and proposal activities, developing proposals from draft RFP to award, including review of RFP, FAR clauses, and contractual documents. Knowledge content owner of indirect rates, pricing strategies, cash management, negotiation strategy oversight

Ensure compliance with all NGC policies (including Earned Value Management program controls), internal controls and disclosed practices supporting internal and external compliance audits

Implement and manage program Estimates at Completion (EAC) in accordance with company requirements

Commercial product line cost management/accounting and new business acquisitions/strategy

Support miscellaneous program efforts as applicable such as close out/expiring funds/IWO facilitation

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher with 7 years of industry related experience in finance, accounting, or program control - OR - a Master’s degree with 5 years of experience.

People leadership experience

Prior experience in proposal preparation/evaluations and contract negotiations

Must be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance

Thorough working knowledge of Earned Value Management, NG Program Control discipline, and EVMS Software (Cobra)

Experience navigating SAP/S4 system and interfaces

Strong working knowledge of EAC analysis and Risk/Opportunity disciplines

Solid analytical, leadership, and organizations skills

Robust financial acumen: Income Statement, Balance Sheets, Financial Forecasting, and Business Case Analysis

Understanding of DOW contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, and the FAR

Preferred Qualifications:

Defense Industry Experience & Commercial Software Sales

Active DoW Secret security clearance

Management of a disbursed workforce

Experience with NGFP & COGNOS Reporting

Involvement with LRSP and AOP strategy development

Commercial product line accounting experience

Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting)

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,800.00 - $219,800.00

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.