Senior Principal PM, Defense Programs | Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonus

Long-term incentives

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Project Manager in San Diego, CA (preferred) or Palmdale. This full-time role focuses on cost management, program execution, and government contract activities within a dynamic, mission-driven team.

Required are a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years, or advanced degrees with commensurate experience; the ability to obtain a secret clearance; relocation may be available; and opportunities for discretionary bonuses and long-term

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years relevant professional experience OR a Master’s degree with 3 years relevant professional experience OR a PhD with 1 year relevant professional experience.
• Must understand cost types (Direct/Indirect) and cost elements (Labor, Fringe, Overhead, G&A, Travel).
• Knowledge of Product Support Technical Disciplines (R&M, Technical Publications, DMSMS/Obsolescence, Training, M&S).
• Experience with BOE, TAM, and ROM development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project management efforts for development and sustainment programs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders to meet contractual obligations.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR regulations and security requirements.

Skills

Cost types knowledge

Cost elements knowledge

R&M knowledge

BOE/TAM/ROM development

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience

Master's degree + 3 years experience

PhD + 1 year experience

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Project Manager in San Diego, CA (preferred) or Palmdale. This full-time role focuses on cost management, program execution, and government contract activities within a dynamic, mission-driven team.

Required are a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years, or advanced degrees with commensurate experience; the ability to obtain a secret clearance; relocation may be available; and opportunities for discretionary bonuses and long-term