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Business Management Analyst - Level 3

Northrop Grumman logoNorthrop Grumman$81,400–$122,000/yrChandler, AZ, United StatesFull timePosted 2w ago
  • Secret clearance

About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No ## 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. If forging a secure future excites you, look no further!

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a Business Management Analyst – Level 3 your role at Chandler, AZ will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?

This is not a traditional functional analyst position. This position is designed for an exceptional early-mid career professional who enjoys solving difficult business problems through data, analysis, and strategic thinking.

The successful candidate will work across every aspect of the business, partnering with leaders in Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Finance, Business Development, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to help drive growth, improve business performance, and support executive decision making.

The Strategic Business Analyst serves as a flexible analytical resource to Business Unit leadership, working wherever the organization’s highest-priority business challenges exist. Projects span strategy, operations, finance, program execution, business development, and organizational transformation. No two projects will be the same.

This role offers broad exposure to the business and the opportunity to influence high-impact decisions that shape the future of Launch Systems.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. ## Your Role and Impact - Strategic Planning & Business Integration : support development and execution of the Business Unit Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP); Integrate strategic priorities into executive messaging, investment planning, operating roadmaps, annual operating plans, and business cases; Conduct market, competitive, and customer analyses to support strategic decision making. - Strategic Initiatives : lead high-visibility, cross-functional projects sponsored by Business Unit leadership; structure ambiguous business challenges into actionable analytical frameworks; develop project plans, coordinate stakeholders, and drive initiatives through implementation; present recommendations and progress to executive leadership. - Business Performance : analyze operational, financial, and program performance to identify opportunities to improve growth, profitability, cash flow, schedule execution, and operational efficiency; perform root-cause analysis on business performance issues and develop recommendations for corrective action; build financial models and scenario analyses to support investment and operational decisions. - Growth & Business Development : support capture strategy and deal design for strategic pursuits; develop business cases supporting new products, investments, partnerships, and strategic initiatives; evaluate emerging markets, customer trends, and competitive positioning. - Data Analytics & Decision Support : develop executive dashboards and key performance indicators that improve visibility into business performance; automate recurring reporting and improve data quality and accessibility across the business; leverage analytical tools to transform large, complex datasets into actionable business insights. - Executive Communications : develop executive briefings, presentations, and decision-support materials for senior leadership; clearly communicate complex analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences; support Business Unit operating reviews, strategic reviews, and customer engagements. - Other duties as assigned Why you?

You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators. ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S.

Government Secret security clearance - Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Data Analytics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering or Mathematics - Experience building financial models and performing data analysis ## Preferred Qualifications - MBA or Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Finance, Data Science, Operations Research or Engineering Management - Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, Alteryx, or similar analytics tools - Experience developing executive dashboards and performance metrics - Knowledge of financial planning, forecasting, pricing or investment analysis - Experience supporting strategic planning, business development, consulting or corporate strategy - Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies ## Soft Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment - Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams - Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders ## Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?

Click the link below https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00 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/EE

From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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