Full-Time

Business Development Manager 3

Posted on 1/15/2025

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$154.6k - $231.8kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA

No relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience related to Department of Defense (DoD) business, programs, or operational experience
  • Experience working with Wright-Patterson AFB and the program offices located there
  • Business development, strategy, capture, or program management experience
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition, requirements, and budget policies and processes
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance
Responsibilities
  • Manage business development activities at Wright-Patterson AFB, to generate leads, create / shape and prioritize new business opportunities to achieve the growth goals of the operating unit
  • Assist in creating, maintaining, and implementing a Wright-Patterson AFB customer engagement strategy and senior customer visit plan for military, government, and industry leadership
  • Collaborate with adjacent Northrop Grumman offices on growth strategies and develop inputs for the broader sector and corporate strategy
  • Manage the operating unit’s pipeline and market data
  • Prioritize and develop (with team support) marketing content for the operating unit
  • Act as primary Wright-Patterson AFB contact for key operating unit customer DOD program offices
  • Interface with the business unit and division team and assure alignment of priorities
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in business or related field
  • Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) domain, program, or operational experience
  • 20 years of experience related to Department of Defense (DoD) programs
  • Knowledgeable in Customer Relationships Management (CRM) tools (e.g. Salesforce)
  • Active Top Secret clearance

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and manufactures systems that integrate various technologies to meet the needs of government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Their products work by combining research and development with manufacturing processes to create comprehensive solutions that address complex defense challenges. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts and a diversified income base across different segments, which helps ensure stability and growth. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position through continuous innovation and by delivering effective solutions to its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's Manta-Ray drone development.
  • U.S. investment in space exploration offers opportunities for Northrop Grumman's space systems expertise.
  • Modernization of military aircraft secures contracts like the $3.5B E-6B Mercury successor.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging defense contractors threaten Northrop Grumman's market share in autonomous systems.
  • Agile procurement processes may disadvantage Northrop Grumman's reliance on long-term contracts.
  • Geopolitical tensions could disrupt Northrop Grumman's supply chain and international operations.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman specializes in autonomous systems, cyber, and space technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts, including the U.S. Navy.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus