Proposal Manager 1 – Thermal Systems

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Hanover
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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. The Thermal, Optics and Power Systems (TOPS) Operating Unit(OU) within the Intelligence Sensing Division’s Mission Enabling Products is seeking a Proposal Manager 1 to join our team. The selected candidate will work with teams creating compliant, compelling business proposals that result in winning new business with U.S. and international customers. This position is located in Hanover, MD and is 100% on-site. As part of the TOPS OU, Integrated Thermal Systems is the world leader in two phase thermal control for Space applications. We have designed, manufactured, and tested thermal control components / systems for nearly every US based satellite launched in the last 30 years and many international programs. The ITS team also designs, fabricates, and tests honeycomb composite spacecraft structural panels (many with integrated thermal and electrical components). Our systems are currently supporting some of the nation’s most important national security missions along with more public missions such as Cygnus Space Station Cargo Re-Supply, Boeing Starliner, Artemis HALO, Direct TV, XM Radio, Broadband Internet, NASA Weather & Telescope Missions, Mars Rovers, Robotic On-Orbit Satellite Servicing, and many more! There are very few places in the Space Industry that offer direct exposure to the breath of programs our business supports. Overview The Proposal Manager will focus on proposal coordination, and proposal management for the Integrated Thermal Systems product lines. Proposal coordination activity includes overall proposal tracking, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) management for proposal processing activities. Proposal management activity includes internal and external customer interface, Basis of Estimates (BOE) and compliance matrices development, and proposal writing. Role and Responsibilities: Develops and executes proposal plans, estimates resources (people, schedule, and budget), analyzes RFPs, creates outlines and compliance matrices Engages with Capture Manager to craft proposal strategy and develop compelling messaging that addresses the strengths of the Northrop Grumman offering Creates compliant, compelling proposals that clearly and succinctly address the RFP requirements Ensures on-time delivery of proposals and document lessons learned to improve processes Performs volume lead and writing assignments Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a technical, management, or business-related discipline with a minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers in an Aerospace Manufacturing environment Experience in Proposal or Program Management, with experience leading and/or writing proposal volumes Strong attention to detail required, as this position requires processing large amounts of data across dozens of programs simultaneously Strong teamwork and communication skills to ensure changes to plans are fully understood Ability to organize, balance and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in a highly dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment Strong computer skills including MS Office required, specifically Excel US Citizenship is required Preferred qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering Experience with international programs, proposals, and contracts Excellent skills in critical thinking, writing, editing, visual element planning, and BOE development Experience as a Proposal Manager within Space Craft Components or assemblies Primary Level Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $157,600.00 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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