Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, we want you to join our team as a Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Management to join our diverse team of professionals located at Edwards, CA.
Job Description:
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Project Management (Level 3) or Sr Principal Project Management (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse, individuals who provide Logistics Planning Support, Aircraft Systems Integration, and Maintenance Support for assigned systems through analysis of Engineering Data Packages and Customer Directives.
The Principal Project Management / Sr Principal Project Management will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, line managers, and clients.
Additionally, the successful candidate will lead the capture efforts to secure new or re-compete contracts, or task order business. Develops capture strategy including business solution for pursuit of opportunities; identifies potential customers, competitive assessments, teaming suppliers, and prices-to-win; participates in bid and proposal activities. Maintains on-going interaction with marketing.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Management:
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of Project Management experience, or master’s degree and 0 years of relevant experience, OR High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 10 years of relevant job experience may be considered
- Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and AGILE
- Experience in proposal operations and development, including Basis of Estimates and historical data analysis
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Must be familiar with risk development and mitigation plans
- Must have an active Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance. Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment.
Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Project Management:
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of Project Management experience, or 3 years with Master's Degree or 1year with PhD. 9 years of job-related experience may be considered in lieu of education
- Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and AGILE
- Experience in proposal operations and development, including Basis of Estimates and historical data analysis
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Must be familiar with risk development and mitigation plans
- Must have an active Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance. Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficient with Microsoft Project
- Experience in the development and sustainment of Technical Publications/Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) and Training products
- Active Top Secret clearance
- Previous Project Management and Logistics experience
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