Sr Principal Project Management

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Global Supply Chain Senior Principal Project Management Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, Florida on a 9/80 work schedule.

The Project manager will support the sustainment IPT and Sub IPTs as a focal point for the GSC organization. They will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects, serving as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.

The day-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to; review status of projects and budgets, manages schedules and prepare status reports, assess project issues developing resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives, develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.

*This is NOT a Manager OR Leadership position*

Essential Functions:

• Ensures consistency in GSC processes and drafts work instructions and work flows, where applicable
• Acts as a GSC focal with various program IPTs and Sub IPTs
• Analyzes data and information to accurately build/present program-level leadership briefings focused on status and critical program milestones
• Assists with different GSC sustainment initiatives
• Integrates with various GSC functional organizations
• The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. Candidate must be an effective communicator and will be expected to build relationships with broader GSC organization and across program IPTs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with 8 years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience or a or a High School diploma/equivalent with 15 years' experience in project management, supply chain, procurement, purchasing, supplier management, and/or related professional experience.
• Experience using SAP
• This position requires an Active DOD Secret Clearance, with investigation completed within the last 5 years, as well as ability to obtain a Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sustainment experience (supporting spares & repairs)
• Previous experience with FAR, DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of employee and management
• Special Program Access

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Salary Range: $92,400 USD - $138,600 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.