Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a
(M2 level) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.
As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.
Responsibilities Include:
Assures Division export / import program complies with U.S. government regulations and internal procedures
Manages a team of global trade professionals of varying levels of experience
Serves as Lead Empowered Official
Represents Division on complex contracts or projects associated with export and import regulations and company policy
Proficient in assessment and application of export and import regulations and commodity jurisdiction and classification determinations
Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant and sensitive matters
Maintains applicable trade compliance records and provides reports in accordance with various regulatory requirements and international trade agreements
Oversees division metrics supporting corporate and sector executive leadership reporting
Represents the Division in initiatives and projects
Exercises good judgment seeking leadership support and guidance, including collaborating on decisions that have high visibility or impact potential
The ideal candidate will be experienced with providing guidance on, authorizing and auditing/assessing ITAR and EAR transactions. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
Basic Required Qualifications
Must either have a Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 7 years experience or a masters degree in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years experience or a PhD in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 3 years experience. Or a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of international trade compliance experience in lieu of a degree
Proficiency in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Proficient in assessment and application of export and import regulations and commodity jurisdiction and classification determinations
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Preferred Qualifications:
Top Secret Clearance
Previous experience as an Empowered Official
Experience with OCR EASE Software and SAP GTS
Experience in Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure processes
Working knowledge of MTCR
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related discipline with minimum 7 years experience (or Master's with 5 years, PhD with 3 years) or high school diploma/GED with 12 years international trade compliance experience
- Proficiency in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
- Proficient in assessment and application of export and import regulations and commodity jurisdiction and classification determinations
- Active DoD Secret clearance with a background investigation within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation
- Top Secret Clearance
- Previous experience as an Empowered Official
- Experience with OCR EASE Software and SAP GTS
- Experience in Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure processes
- Working knowledge of MTCR
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
Northrop Grumman Insights
What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.






