Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Manager

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Management to join our Edwards, CA team. You will oversee and manage the operational aspects of projects, liaising between program management and planning, with responsibilities spanning budgets, schedules, and status reporting.

The role requires EVMS/AGILE experience, strong proposal development skills, and a current Secret DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2years of Project Management experience, or master’s degree and 0 years of relevant experience, OR High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 10 years of relevant job experience may be considered
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and AGILE
• Experience in proposal operations and development, including Basis of Estimates and historical data analysis
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Must be familiar with risk development and mitigation plans
• Must have an active Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance. Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and line management.
• Review status of projects and budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports.
• Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, line managers, and clients.
• Lead capture efforts to secure new or re-compete contracts, or task order business; develops capture strategy and identifies customers, competitive assessments, and prices-to-win.

Skills

EVMS experience

AGILE

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, we want you to join our team as a Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Management to join our diverse team of professionals located at Edwards, CA.

Job Description:

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Project Management (Level 3) or Sr Principal Project Management (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse, individuals who provide Logistics Planning Support, Aircraft Systems Integration, and Maintenance Support for assigned systems through analysis of Engineering Data Packages and Customer Directives.

The Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Management will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, line managers, and clients.

Additionally, the successful candidate will lead the capture efforts to secure new or re-compete contracts, or task order business. Develops capture strategy including business solution for pursuit of opportunities; identifies potential customers, competitive assessments, teaming suppliers, and prices-to-win; participates in bid and proposal activities. Maintains on-going interaction with marketing.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Management:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2years of Project Management experience, or master’s degree and 0 years of relevant experience, OR High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 10 years of relevant job experience may be considered
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and AGILE
• Experience in proposal operations and development, including Basis of Estimates and historical data analysis
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Must be familiar with risk development and mitigation plans
• Must have an active Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance. Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment.

Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Project Management:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5years of Project Management experience, or 3 years with Master’s Degree or 1year with PhD. 9 years of job-related experience may be considered in lieu of education
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and AGILE
• Experience in proposal operations and development, including Basis of Estimates and historical data analysis
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Must be familiar with risk development and mitigation plans
• Must have an active Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance. Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient with Microsoft Project
• Experience in the development and sustainment of Technical Publications/Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) and Training products
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Previous Project Management and Logistics experience

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

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.