(SkillBridge) Senior Capture Management Launch and Exploration

Description Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Manager, Capture Management (LED) to support the Launch and Exploration Capture Director team. In this key leadership role, you will drive the strategic capture efforts for the Launch and Exploration Division (LED) within the Space Systems sector. You will play a direct role in achieving both near‑ and long‑term growth objectives and will work closely with leadership across levels and business functions to manage large capture opportunities from customer engagement and strategy formulation to international capture, resource planning, and acquisition processes. Location Chandler, AZ (preferred). Candidates from the VA, CO, or UT campuses are also considered. Travel Required: up to 50% of the time. Security Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI clearance at the time of application. Responsibilities Exhibit exceptional leadership, collaboration, and team‑building skills while managing diverse, cross‑functional teams. Develop and execute capture strategies and tactics that result in competitive assessments, effective teaming strategies, and robust prices‑to‑win analyses. Formulate clear win themes and value propositions for each capture initiative. Analyze the customer marketplace and stakeholder organizations to identify market drivers and trends, informing strategic decision making. Cultivate and maintain strong internal and external relationships with key stakeholders, including team partners, industry associations, and customer decision‑makers. Coordinate and collaborate with line‑of‑business management, finance, contracts, global supply chain, technology, and engineering teams, ensuring consistent communication and effective execution. Leverage Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools (e.g., Salesforce) in adherence to the Northrop Grumman Business Acquisition Process to drive capture performance and win probability. Implement sector‑specific processes that enhance overall capture win rate and secure large‑scale opportunities. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, a technical field, or another relevant discipline. Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Intelligence, Defense, or Federal Civilian sectors. Proven track record in leading cross‑disciplinary business development and capture teams. Extensive experience managing full‑cycle capture activities including strategy development, resource allocation, and customer engagement. Proficiency in using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) alongside adherence to business acquisition process standards. Excellent verbal communication skills, with prior experience in briefing executives and influencing decision makers. Strong understanding of various contract and payment types (non‑IDIQ, IDIQ – single or multiple awards, FFP, T&M, Cost Plus) as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Ability to lead both local and geographically dispersed teams and manage rapid reaction processes for government responses. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time. Active Top Secret/SCI clearance at the time of application. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline, with a master’s degree in a technical or business‑related field. 10–15 years of industry experience in capture leadership, business development, and/or program management. Salary $175,400.00 – $263,200.00 Benefits Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus; senior leaders may qualify for Long Term Incentives. EEO Statement 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman