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Manager Pricing Cost Estimating 3

Northrop Grumman

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Top Secret
Unspecified
Full Scope Polygraph
Finance
Linthicum Heights, MD (On-Site/Office)

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager of Pricing and Estimating 3 for the newly established Mission Next Division, within the Mission Systems sector. This on-site position at the Linthicum, Maryland location will provide Division-level oversight to include the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center, Emerging Capabilities Development, and other business areas, across multiple sites including Apopka, FL and Redondo Beach, CA.

What You'll Get to Do:

As a part of the Mission Next team, you will work with world-class chemists, physicists, and engineering experts who are pioneering revolutionary technologies. With the Mission Next team pushing the boundaries of physics and chemistry, the future is immeasurable.

This position will focus heavily on pricing strategies that enable rapid, competitive entry into emerging and fast-moving markets. The role will be responsible for balancing speed, flexibility and compliance while ensuring pricing decisions align with business objectives and customer value propositions.

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement dynamic pricing strategies to support accelerated acquisitions.
  • Establish scalable pricing models and pricing governance frameworks that streamline proposal development and support rapid quote turn-around across both government and commercial transactions.
  • Champion Estimating System compliance, advising leadership and proposal teams of pricing requirements/obligations and provide interpretation. Make informed decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations.
  • Partner with Business Management, Contracts, and Proposal leads to propose, evaluate, and negotiate complex pricing scenarios including award fee, incentive fee, and hybrid contract structures.
  • Shape pricing narratives and negotiation positions that communicate value, risk posture, and incentives to customers and executive leadership.
  • Grow a high performing and motivated team.
  • Interface with customers, building strong customer relationships focused on shared success.
  • Solve complex problems by actively seeking information and ideas from a variety of sources.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with 10+ years of relevant experience or Master's Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management.
  • A minimum of 2 years in a leadership role; prior experience managing teams.
  • Experience with FAR/DFARS.
  • Experience negotiating complex transactions.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly level clearance


Preferred Qualifications:
  • MBA or other relevant master's degree
  • Prior experience as a Business Manager.
  • Pricing experience as Pricing Analyst or Manager, including knowledge of BOE tools and ProPricer.
  • Experience with international proposals and Other Transaction Authority (OTAs) / cost-share proposals.
  • Current active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly level clearance.


What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $162,300.00 - $243,500.00

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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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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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