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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% 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.

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’s Defense Systems Weapons Systems Division (WSD) International Strategy and Business Development organization is seeking an experienced and results-driven **International Industrial Engagement and Offset (IE/O) Manager 3** . This position will be responsible for managing industrial engagement and offset activities at the WSD level, with a focus on supporting WSD’s Business Units and Operating Units and capture teams in the development of IE/O strategies and plans. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in international business development, industrial partnerships, and IE/O requirements within the aerospace and defense industry.

**This position can be in either Falls Church, Virginia; McLean, Virginia, or Linthicum Heights, Maryland.** This position has a potential to reside in related Northrop Grumman locations but the three previous locations are strongly preferred. This position will report to the Director of International Strategy and Business Development for the Weapon Systems Division.

This position will contribute to the development and execution of critical IE/O strategies, engage with cross-functional teams, and help shape the future of Northrop Grumman’s global operations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ **IE/O Strategy Development** : Support the identification of synergies and opportunities across programs, divisions, and sectors to fulfill IE/O obligations. Provide strategic guidance to ensure compliance with industrial engagement and IE/O activities.

+ **Liaison for Corporate Initiatives** : Act as a key liaison for NG Corporate and DS Sector IE/O initiatives and serve as the WSD’s primary point of contact for international IE/O activities.

+ **Policy Management** : Oversee and manage the WSD IE/O policies, ensuring compliance with all internal and external processes.

+ **Data Management & Reporting** : Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, charts, pivot tables, and other tools to track and manage the IE/O pipeline, forecast, and projects in development. Assess the WSD’s IE/O pipeline and provide recommendations for optimization.

+ **Market and Competitor Analysis** : Conduct thorough market analysis to support IE/O strategy development, including customer, region, and competition assessments.

+ **Capture Team Guidance** : Provide expert guidance to capture teams on developing and assessing IE/O strategies, including pricing considerations.

+ **Training & Development** : Lead and provide training on IE/O processes, policies, and best practices to internal stakeholders.

+ **Sector IE Working Group Participation** : Participate in the Sector Industrial Engagement (IE) Working Group, ensuring smooth communication and coordination across teams and functions.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in international business development, industrial engagement, or related fields.

+ Strong understanding of industrial partnerships, offset requirements, and offset strategies within the aerospace and defense industry.

+ Proven ability to assess offset strategies, develop and manage offset pipeline reports, and provide actionable insights.

+ Demonstrated experience in developing direct and indirect offset opportunities, navigating internal and external offset policies, and supporting international business development efforts.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, which US citizenship is required

+ Travel up to 50% is required

Desired Qualifications:

+ Experience negotiating offset projects with foreign offset authorities and external partners.

+ Proven track record of working with cross-functional teams on offset project development and execution.

+ Ability to think creatively and strategically about developing new and innovative offset opportunities.

+ In-depth knowledge of the aerospace and defense industry, with specific focus on Northrop Grumman’s Business Acquisition Process (BAP).

+ Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide

Salary Range: $162,300.00 - $255,000.00

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.