Principal/Sr. Principal Project Manager - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, Utah, seeks a Principal Project Manager Level 3 or Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4 to lead and oversee large equipment installations in our manufacturing facilities on site. The role focuses on timely, within-budget delivery, with strong emphasis on safety, quality standards, and stakeholder coordination.

The position requires a solid background in project management and engineering, with opportunities for career progression and exposure to cutting-edge

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 8+ years in PM or related fields, or relevant degrees with fewer years.
• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in PM or engineering fields; Master's with 3+; PhD with 1+.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP and Secret clearances in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage plans, timelines, budgets for large equipment installs.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, production, and procurement teams.
• Identify milestones, risks, and contingency plans.
• Lead meetings to report progress and issues.
• Review drawings and ensure safe, compliant installations.
• Manage budgets and approve invoices and changes.

Skills

Project management

Gantt charts

Risk management

SAP clearance

Secret clearance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Project management software

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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 is seeking a Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located on site in Clearfield, Utah.

The Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4 will lead and oversee the installation of large-scale equipment in our manufacturing facilities. This role requires a strong background in project management, engineering, and construction. With a focus ensuring our installations are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards. The successful candidates will coordinate with multiple stakeholders, manage project timelines, and ensure seamless integration of new equipment into existing operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget forecasts, for large equipment installations.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, production, and procurement, teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines
• Identify project milestones, critical paths, and potential risks, and develop contingency plans to address them.
• Facilitate regular meetings and communications to keep all parties informed of project progress, changes and issues.
• Review project-related engineering and architectural drawings and provide input
• Ensure transitions between project engineering and existing or new architectural structure is seamless
• Oversee the installation process from start to finish, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety standards and project timelines.
• Ensure all installation activities are documented, and that as-build drawings and operating manuals are provided.
• Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective solutions are implemented throughout the project.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts and present them to senior management as needed.
• Approve invoices, change orders, and other project related financial documents.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and final inspections to ensure the equipment is installed correctly and functions as intended.
• Proactively identify potential project risks and issues and develop strategies to mitigate or resolve them.
• Implement corrective actions as necessary to keep project on track.

This requisition can be filled as either a Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4.

Basic Qualifications

Principal Project Manager (Level 3)

• A minimum of high school diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Project Management or the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR Masters degree with 3 years of experience in mentioned field; OR PhD with 1 years of experience in mentioned fields
• 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management
• Valid driver's license
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Senior Principal Project Manager (Level 4)

• A minimum of high school diploma or GED and 11 years of experience in Project Management or the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing; OR Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR Masters degree with 6 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR PhD with 4 years of experience in mentioned fields.
• 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management
• Valid driver's license
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred.
• Experience with large-scale equipment installations in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for equipment installation in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to obtain Secret level clearance.
• Experience with presentations to leadership, executive and or management
• Experience in aerospace industry

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,000.00

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.