Business Manager 3

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 (NGDS) is seeking a Business Manager 3 to lead all business activities associated with the Integrated Battle Command Systems (IBCS) Operating Unit. This position will be located in Huntsville, AL This position reports to the Global Command and Control Solutions (GC2S) Business Unit Director, Business Management within the CWI Division and partners with the Operating Unit Director to establish strategy, prioritize requirements and achieve financial goals while ensuring the integrity of business processes. Roles and Responsibilities include : Leads a team of Business Managers and Program Control Analysts in executing a broad scope of business management activities to support program execution and compliance Provide business oversight, interface with applicable customers and auditors (internal and external) and assist with contract negotiations as needed to ensure sound business deals within authorized parameters are achieved. Lead the Quarterly EAC process to include identification of risks / opportunities, and determine backlog and margin booking rates Manage the monthly financial forecasting process to include analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin, and cash Interface with diverse functional areas to ensure risks are understood and financial performance is achieved. The successful candidate must possess an advanced understanding of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS); Federal Cost Principles including direct versus indirect, allowable vs. unallowable; Forward Pricing Rate proposals (FPRPs) development, negotiation and execution; understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), Financial Planning to include Annual Operating Plan development, budgeting and forecasting to include Capital expenditures and inventory. Individual should be proficient at developing and motivating a productive staff in a team environment with excellent interpersonal, planning, presentation and organizational skills with focused emphasis on continuous process improvement Must be willing to travel approximately 10% of time (could include international travel) Job Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Mathematics with a minimum of 10 years applicable experience, or Master’s degree’ and 8 years relevant years’ experience (or four additional years of relevant professional experience in lieu of degree) in finance, accounting or program control. Understanding of DoD contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, Commercial contracts, and the FAR. Knowledge of EVMS as applied to major government contracts Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, SAP and BW Proven professional and managerial skills Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment Able to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the program result Able to prepare and analyze data and figures Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solution Prior experience with program budgeting and forecasting, as well as Annual Operating Plan development Able to lead a team in numerous geographical locations Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with international financials and/or proposal development Experience developing complex business case models Experience with performing Earned Value, reviewing Earned Value performance, bottoms up EAC, risks/opportunity/pressure analysis Intermediate, to advanced-level of understanding of the following systems or software is beneficial: COBRA (or similar project management software), SAP, S/4, Microsoft Excel, and Office Analysis Ability to develop and present material outside the immediate work function Strong verbal and written communications skills Excellent organizational and prioritization skills Comfortable networking and interfacing with employees of other organizations. Full working knowledge of Financial Planning and Reporting, to include leading the development of monthly forecasts, Annual Operating Plans, and Long-Range Strategic Plans Working knowledge of Government financial CDRL’s Active Secret Clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $251,300.00 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.

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