Principal/Sr Principal Project Management

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a high-caliber F-35 Principal Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives within our team. The role is on-site in Redondo Beach, CA or Palmdale, CA, interfacing with senior executives, customers, and suppliers to align with enterprise goals.

The candidate will support enterprise-level strategic initiatives, drive operational efficiency, and manage strategic initiatives with discretion and impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years or higher experience, or equivalent.
• Experience in project management, program scheduling, cost analysis, contracts, procurement.
• Strong MS Office skills and ability to work with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, execution, and delivery across multiple functional areas.
• Act as primary contact with senior executives, customers, and suppliers.
• Support chief of staff duties and cross-functional coordination.

Skills

Project Management

Business Strategy

Finance

Program Management

Cost Analysis

Subcontracts Administration

Procurement

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM / ERP tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly capable F-35 Principal Project Management/ Sr Principal Project Management to lead and support cross-functional initiatives within our teamThis role is 100% on-site in Redondo Beach, CA or Palmdale, CA.This role requires not only strong project management, but also strong business acumen to bridge strategy and execution, and the discretion to handle highly visible initiatives. The selected individual will need to effectively communicate with internal/external stakeholders (senior executives, customers, and suppliers) ensuring alignment to broader enterprise goals.The individual will dedicate a significant portion of their time to supporting enterprise-level strategic initiatives across the broader F-35 business unit. These initiatives will vary in scope and may span areas such as operational efficiency and improvement plans, customer engagements, and executive-level priorities. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain high visibility and build trusted relationships across the business. This aspect of the role is ideal for a driven individual looking to demonstrate leadership and create impact beyond immediate project scope.Key ResponsibilitiesLead project planning, execution, and delivery across multiple functional areas, ensuring alignment with program goals and business strategyAct as the primary point of contact for assigned initiatives, engaging directly with senior executives, external customers, and suppliers – effectively communicating to maintain momentumCapable of supporting chief of staff duties as necessary for executive leaders such as but not limited to the following: managing strategic initiatives, coordinating cross-functional projects, and enhancing operational efficiency, while ensuring effective communication and alignment across the organization.Support broader business unit initiatives, contributing to the development and execution of high-impact strategies that require trust, discretion, and cross-functional collaborationBasic Qualifications(Principal):Must have a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years, Master's Degree with 3 years, PhD with 1 year, OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with 9 years of experienceExperience must be in the following: Project Management, Business Strategy, Finance, Proposals and/or Capture Efforts, Resource Planning, Accounting, Program Management, Program Scheduling, Program Cost Analysis, Subcontracts Administration, Procurement, Business Management, or ContractsExperience in Microsoft OfficeAbility to obtain/maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance in reasonable time frame deemed by business needsBasic Qualifications(Sr Principal):Must have a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years, Master's Degree with 6 years, PhD with 4 years, OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with 12 years of experienceExperience must be in the following: Project Management, Business Strategy, Finance, Proposals and/or Capture Efforts, Resource Planning, Accounting, Program Management, Program Scheduling, Program Cost Analysis, Subcontracts Administration, Procurement, Business Management, or ContractsExperience in Microsoft OfficeAbility to obtain/maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance in reasonable time frame deemed by business needsPreferred Qualifications:Aerospace/defense experienceConsulting backgroundSupply chain, financial management, business strategy and/or contracts experience in aerospace/defenseFamiliarity with the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter ProgramIntermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, conditional formatting, and dashboards)Control Account Management (CAM) experienceSalary RangePrincipal Level: 94,200-141,200Sr Principal Level: 117,500-176,300Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The 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.