Senior Director Strategic Planning

Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires an active U.S. Government Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI, or DoE equivalent with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI. Travel is required, up to 25% of the time.

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems’ Navigation, Intelligence, and Connectivity (NIC) Division has an immediate opening for a Senior Director of Strategic Planning. This leadership role reports to the Vice President and General Manager of NIC and is responsible for shaping and driving the strategic direction of the division. The preferred location is one of our NIC locations, though candidates at other Northrop Grumman facilities with proper SCIF/SAPF accessibility will be considered.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees work on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally, contributing to advancements from historic flights to space exploration. We foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bold ideas, where your voice is valued and growth is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic roadmap for the NIC business, aligning with corporate and sector objectives.
• Deliver clear, actionable analysis and synthesis of competitive, technological, budgetary, and business area events and trends.
• Provide strategic guidance to business units and the sector for long-range strategy development.
• Assess the portfolio and recommend areas for strategic growth investment.
• Manage partnership and MA&D (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures) activities on behalf of the Division.
• Identify and assess new business opportunities, partnerships, and market trends applicable to NIC business.
• Engage with key customers, government agencies, and industry partners (traditional and non-traditional) to identify collaboration and growth opportunities.
• Develop strategies for new market entry and technology investments.
• Support business development teams in positioning products, services, and solutions for future contracts.
• Work closely with R&D and engineering teams to align technology investments with market needs.
• Provide strategic recommendations on investment in advanced capabilities.
• Monitor and assess the impact of policy, regulations, and geopolitical developments on business strategy.
• Engage with industry associations, regulatory bodies, and government stakeholders to advocate for policies that benefit the company’s interests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Dynamic self-starter with strong attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills that ensure collaborative and trusting relationships with all levels of the organization, including executive leadership and technical experts.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop and deliver executive-level presentations.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government requirements, programming, budgeting, and acquisition processes.
• U.S. Citizenship and a minimum of an active U.S. Government Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI; OR DoE equivalent with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
• Ability to obtain SAP clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance.

Pay

The primary salary range for this position is $231,100.00 - $363,100.00. The final offer considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.