RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 is currently seeking a new Corporate Lead Executive to represent Northrop Grumman in the Huntsville, Alabama region. The ideal candidate will offer both a network of connections across the Huntsville community as well as deep knowledge of Army missile defense and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs and budgets.

Reporting to the Vice President, Army and Missile Defense Programs, the CLE is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective customer relationships to foster an in-depth understanding of Northrop Grumman’s missile defense solutions and development efforts. This individual will orchestrate high level customer interface and other customer organizations designated by the Vice President. This engagement will be accomplished in collaboration with other corporate and sector teams. 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Coordinate, integrate and synchronize corporate and sector customer engagements and campaign strategies

Represent Northrop Grumman in the Huntsville community in coordination with the Corporate State and Local team

Facilitate the development of new business opportunities within customer markets

Support corporate and sector teams in the analysis of customer budgets and program plans and contribute to the development of strategic customer communication and contact plans

Provide inputs for the development of company priorities

Maintain awareness of significant Army and MDA policy, program, budget and legislative initiatives

The position will be located in Huntsville, AL

Basic Qualifications -

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below:

Bachelor's degree with twenty or more years of DoD service

Strong knowledge of Army and MDA missile defense programs and the supporting acquisition and requirements organizations

Strong connections across the Huntsville defense and business communities

An ability to analyze a broad range of issues, and a demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking to influence senior DoD civilian and military decision-makers

A high level of confidence, integrity and a hands on approach to problem solving are required as well as a professional executive presence for interacting with and influencing DoD decision makers, senior management and executives internal and external to the company

Must be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills, and political acumen

A strong commitment and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment is paramount

Top Secret security clearance and SCI eligibility

Ability to work on site in Huntsville, AL

Salary Range: $188,600.00 - $282,800.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.