Principal Project Management

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Melbourne, FL
Salary
$81,400–$122,000 / yr
Posted
106 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $188k
This role $102k
$61k most similar roles pay here $273k

This role pays less than 97% of similar roles. Most pay $166,836–$208,811 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $102k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$176,300 across 353 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Project Management

The Principal Project Management role supports a hardware design and development team on a restricted program within the aerospace sector. The individual will manage multiple work packages, coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met, and provide upward reporting for senior management reviews. Key responsibilities include risk and opportunity management, change management processes, and participating in proposal activities for new projects. To succeed, the candidate must possess core competencies in project management, analytical problem-solving, and communication. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MSProject, along with familiarity with Agile methodology and Earned Value Management System techniques. This position focuses on ensuring the continuous delivery of capabilities while integrating complex technical requirements within a dynamic aerospace environment to solve critical engineering challenges.

What you'll do

  • Manage multiple work packages through the business management cycle to ensure cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met.
  • Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the execution of restricted programs.
  • Prepare performance metrics and briefing materials for internal reviews and customer presentations.
  • Facilitate weekly heading checks and regular communications to keep all stakeholders informed of progress and changes.
  • Support team leads and CAMs in managing hardware design and development projects.
  • Participate in proposal activities for new projects and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
  • Provide upward reporting for senior management program reviews regarding execution status.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of project management experience or equivalent military experience is required.
  • A Master's degree with 3 years of project management experience is an acceptable alternative.
  • Candidates must possess a current in-scope US Government Secret clearance.
  • Candidates must have the ability to attain Special Program Access within a reasonable timeframe.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MSProject, is required.
  • Experience with Agile methodology and working with cross-functional teams in an agile environment is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) techniques is preferred.

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