Principal Facilities Planner (Level 3)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA is seeking a Principal Facilities Planner (Level 3) for on-site work. The role focuses on planning packages, occupancy forecasts, headcount alignment, and space utilization to support efficiency, facilities, and budget needs.

Responsibilities include adherence to standards, liaison with leased-space owners, and daily collaboration with building users. Strong communication and project coordination are essential for this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant professional experience; 9 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience with facilities-related topics (electrical, phone, data, AV, maintenance) on a large campus
• Demonstrated experience interacting with customers and facilities vendors; liaison with external partners
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Top Secret and/or SCI clearance

Responsibilities

• Deliver planning packages, occupancy forecasts and headcount alignment plans
• Plan utilization of office space to support organizational efficiency and budget
• Formulate and ensure adherence to standards related to office space and furnishings
• Liaise with owners of leased office space for planning and alterations
• Collaborate with building users and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Prepare and present information to executive leadership and key customers
• Coordinate work of employees on projects and support both internal and external customers
• Manage space planning for multiple buildings and furniture layouts
• Review and approve move requests and coordinate with moves team
• Update the facilities database daily and track facility tickets for moves and maintenance

Skills

Customer interaction

Vendor liaison

Project coordination

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Archibus

Maximo

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman’s Western Region Space Sector is seeking a self‑motivated, dynamic individual to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA as a Principal Facilities Planner (Level 3). This position is 100% onsite and does not accommodate telecommute or hybrid work. This role is distinguished from a standard facilities planner position by its focus on managing and forecasting space utilization across office environments, including increased project ownership, headcount alignment, scenario planning, management of schedule milestones, and use of data sources to maintain accurate building occupancy information across the campus.

In This Role, You Will Deliver planning packages, occupancy forecasts, and headcount alignment plans Plan utilization of office space to support organizational efficiency, available facilities, and budget, ensuring future office space needs are met Formulate, recommend, and ensure adherence to approved standards and guidelines related to office space and furnishings Serve as liaison with owners of leased office space for planning and execution of alterations/leasehold improvements, occupancy, and adherence to lease allowances and terms Collaborate daily with building users; provide timely communication on processes, and review standards and requirements associated with requests Demonstrate a high level of written and verbal communication in support of stakeholders at all levels Prepare and deliver information and presentations to executive leadership and other key customers Partner with the Manager of Projects and Planning to identify building issues and develop solutions that ensure consistent customer support Coordinate the work of employees assigned to projects and support both internal and external customers in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planning packages, occupancy forecasts, and headcount alignment plans
• Plan utilization of office space to support organizational efficiency, available facilities, and budget, ensuring future office space needs are met
• Formulate, recommend, and ensure adherence to approved standards and guidelines related to office space and furnishings
• Serve as liaison with owners of leased office space for planning and execution of alterations/leasehold improvements, occupancy, and adherence to lease allowances and terms
• Collaborate daily with building users; provide timely communication on processes, and review standards and requirements associated with requests
• Demonstrate a high level of written and verbal communication in support of stakeholders at all levels
• Prepare and deliver information and presentations to executive leadership and other key customers
• Partner with the Manager of Projects and Planning to identify building issues and develop solutions that ensure consistent customer support
• Coordinate the work of employees assigned to projects and support both internal and external customers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Manage space planning responsibilities for multiple buildings, supporting a broad range of project sizes and scopes
• Develop fit plans, including current and proposed furniture layouts, incorporating power, data, and safety requirements
• Review and approve move requests and collaborate with the move coordination team
• Access and update the facilities database on a daily basis; track and monitor the status of submitted facility tickets for moves and maintenance
• Advise leadership and team members on program- and project-related status and key decisions
• Enforce change management processes related to space and occupancy
• Effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization, from hourly staff through executives

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant professional experience; 9 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience and working knowledge of facilities-related topics such as electrical, phone, data, audio‑visual (AV), and general maintenance associated with a large, multi‑building campus
• Demonstrated experience successfully interacting with customers and facilities vendors; ability to serve effectively as a liaison with external partners
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret and/or SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Facilities Management Systems (e.g., Archibus, Maximo, etc.)
• Current active Top Secret or SCI (SSBI) clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future.

Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.