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# Data Management Manager

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Rolling Meadows, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Computer Literacy, Data Architecture, Office Suite, Data Processing, Performance Monitor, Data Management
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/data-management-manager-rolling-meadows-il-usa-58894426

## About the Role

leadership toward product innovations * Execute a strategic vision for Data Management functions Tasks * Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience * Previous experience in lead role(s) * Proficiency in computer use and typical office applications * US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain Active secret clearance Key requirements * health insurance * life and disability insurance * savings plan * Company paid holidays * paid time off (PTO) * bonus potential

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you lead a Data Management team within Hardware Engineering to ensure high-quality data design and contractual data handling. You will steer staffing, performance, and strategic direction, collaborating across organizations to advance data management initiatives. The position supports proposal activities and product innovations, contributing to the mission of protecting military personnel. This on-site role in Rolling Meadows offers a chance to shape data processes and drive continuous improvement in a high-impact environment. Compensation / Benefits * Staff management and administration * Cost Account Manager responsibilities * Forecasting staffing projections and planning * Mentoring and career development including training * Program performance monitoring and support * Ensuring and monitoring the quality of work products * Data Management process maintenance and enforcement * Lead proposal activities for Hardware Engineering * Provide thought leadership toward product innovations * Execute a strategic vision for Data Management functions Tasks * Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience * Previous experience in lead role(s) * Proficiency in computer use and typical office applications * US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain Active secret clearance Key requirements * health insurance * life and disability insurance * savings plan * Company paid holidays * paid time off (PTO) * bonus potential


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