Project Management

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Roy, UT
Salary
$65,500–$98,300 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $187k
This role $82k
$45k most similar roles pay here $256k

This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $157,475–$216,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $82k versus about $187k 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 · Project Management

Sentinel Project Management/Principal Project Management - 19405 serves as a critical role within the Sentinel Program. The Project Manager or Principal Project Manager acts as the primary liaison between projects and stakeholders, managing schedules, preparing reports, and overseeing all project phases including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive project plans with work breakdown structures, cost estimates, and resource allocations while ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management standards. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, specifically PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Project, alongside core competencies in risk mitigation, negotiation, and leadership. This position addresses the complexities of managing multi-stakeholder projects to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal communication skills to coordinate with technical staff and customers while navigating the specific requirements of the Sentinel program.

What you'll do

  • Serve as the primary liaison between projects and stakeholders to manage expectations and report status.
  • Manage project lifecycles including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing phases.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans featuring work breakdown structures, detailed schedules, cost estimates, and resource allocations.
  • Monitor progress and track performance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and opportunities while ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management standards.
  • Deliver technical content and briefings to internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Solve complex problems of moderate scope and complexity to keep projects aligned with organizational goals.

What we're looking for

  • Project Manager: Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience, Master's degree, or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Principal Project Manager: Bachelor's degree and 5 years experience, Master's degree and 3 years experience, or PhD with 1 year experience.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval.
  • At least 1 year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management principles and experience in project execution and closeout.
  • Skilled use of Microsoft Office Products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Project.
  • PMP Certification and an active Top Secret clearance are preferred qualifications.

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