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　　Northrop Grumman's Space Components Business Unit (SCBU) COI Ceramics is an industry-leading provider of missile and aircraft components. We are built on a strong heritage of innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products our customers and nation rely on our team to achieve mission success. SCBU has an opening for a Business Development Leader in its COI Ceramics operating unit. This position will be located in San Diego, California.

　　 Essential Functions: Identifies and implements business development projects relating to standard and new products.Reports to the BU level BDEV director and works in conjunction with the site Product Line Leader.Assess markets, interface with customers, and generates and maintains new business forecasting.Aids in Capture/Proposal management providing key themes, customer priority, and Price to WinAids in Annual Operating Plan development support and Key Partnership Strategic developmentsRepresents the Operational Unit at trade shows, seminars, and press relations Develops and disseminates information on a continuous basis to all pertinent parties concerning the fulfillment of project goals and objectives. Basic Qualifications: Must have experience with COI Ceramics Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 3 years of aerospace or defense industry experience.Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret and/or SAP clearance Preferred Qualifications: Experience with materialsExperience working within cross functional teamsExcellent communication skillsBroad, enterprise-wide view and understanding of strategy, processes and capabilities, enabling technologies, and governanceStrong business acumen and proven track record of providing innovative solutionsNorthrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsFlexible Schedules: For example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of workFor more details, please view Northrop Grumman Benefits .

　　Salary Range: $130,400 - $195,000

　　Salary Range 2: $155,000 - $233,000

　　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.

　　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 most positions.