Business Development Operations Manager 1 ( Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman•McLean, VA

4d•$121,000 - $181,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Business Development Operations Manager 1 to support key growth initiatives in our Space Systems sector. The incumbent will drive pipeline development, capture & proposal activities, and BD‑process alignment while partnering with Capture, Strategy, and enterprise‑wide teams. This position can be based at the Chandler, AZ or McLean, VA campus. In this role, you will be responsible for strategy, portfolio management, business development, customer relations, partnerships, and capture support to ensure a robust backlog and healthy pipeline of domestic and international opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Business, Engineering, Political Science, International Affairs, or related) + 5 years relevant experience OR Master’s degree (same fields) + 3 years relevant experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint essential)
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical abilities; comfortable presenting to senior executives
Support coordination for key events or engagements
Strategic thinking with the ability to influence senior leadership and customer decision‑makers
Familiarity with the Business Acquisitions Process (BAP)
Active Secret clearance at time of application
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Defense, aerospace, or government‑contracting experience
Hands‑on experience with Salesforce, Tableau, or comparable CRM/analytics tools
Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle & capture‑management processes
Eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

Own pipeline administration, opportunity tracking, and internal process alignment across the sector.
Conduct data analysis, prepare gate‑review materials, and maintain capture documentation.
Measure, maintain, and enhance BD tools (e.g., Salesforce, reporting dashboards).
Lead liaison efforts among Capture, BD, and Strategy teams at sector and enterprise levels.
Supervise and mentor direct reports; coordinate training events.
Assess key performance indicators and produce regular health reports for sector leadership.
Ensure adherence to Northrop Grumman’s BD governance and acquisition processes.
Lead emerging captures, pursuit management, and other ad‑hoc initiatives directed by senior leaders.