Senior Principal Engineering Program Management ( EPM )

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

9/80 work schedule

Education assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineering Program Manager (EPM) for the Baltimore area to oversee engineering scope across major development programs. The role supports the Program Manager and Chief Engineer as a Systems Architect on multiple programs and requires active clearance.

You will drive technical execution, resource coordination, and schedule adherence, ensuring IPTs meet objectives within budget and contractual boundaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required and an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical/engineering teams and systems development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Owns cost, schedule, and execution of all engineering scope on the program.
• Drives implementation of the technical execution plan and resources to meet objectives.
• Interfaces with Program Manager and functional organizations to coordinate engineering activities.
• Leads CAM reviews, schedule updates, and CEP/BOE preparation and defense.
• Coordinates risk, opportunities, and staffing plans across IPTs.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Program management

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

CAM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Senior Principal Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. You will support the Program Manager and Chief Engineer as a Systems Architect on multiple major development programs.

What You’ll Get To Do

The Senior Principal EPM within the Engineering Leadership section is accountable for the cost, schedule, and execution of all engineering scope on the program. This role ensures engineering activities are completed on time and within the approved budget and contractual boundaries across all Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Key responsibilities include driving implementation of the technical execution plan and proactively identifying, securing, and coordinating the engineering resources needed to meet program objectives and commitments.

• Serve as the primary engineering interface to the Program Manager and partnering functional organizations.
• Provide engineering inputs to sector program execution reports and other programmatic reviews.
• Develop, review, and defend engineering proposal estimates and Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Oversee Control Account Management (CAM) for all engineering-related control accounts.
• Support CEAC, schedule, and financial updates for engineering scope.
• Lead engineering Page and Line (P&L) reviews to ensure alignment with program objectives and financial targets.
• Facilitate engineering staffing plans and Work Load Forecasts (WLF) in coordination with functional managers.
• Coordinate engineering risk and opportunity identification, tracking, and handling plans across all IPTs.

This position is contingent on contract award, the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of experience, a master’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S Citizenship is required.
• A current/active U.S Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience leading multi disciplinary technical/engineering teams.
• Experience in systems development, integration, and test across the program lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.
• Active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher.
• Domain expertise in defense electronic systems (e.g., RF, EW, comms, sensors, or avionics)
• Working knowledge of DoD systems engineering requirements, standards, and lifecycle processes
• Experience with earned value management and Control Account Management (CAM)
• Prior experience as an Engineering Program Manager, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, or similar engineering leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and technical performance on complex development programs

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.