Northrop Grumman

Principal/Sr. Principal Project Manager - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman$81K — $152K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-11 years of project management or engineering experience (varies by degree level)
  • Experience with project management methodologies and tools
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain SAP and Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in relevant engineering fields preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop project plans, including timelines and budgets for equipment installations.
  • Coordinate with various teams to ensure project alignment and timelines are met.
  • Identify critical project milestones and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Facilitate regular communications to update stakeholders on project progress.
  • Review engineering and architectural drawings, providing critical input.
  • Oversee installation from start to finish, ensuring technical compliance.
  • Manage budgets, track expenses, and prepare financial reports.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located on site in Clearfield, Utah.

The Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4 will lead and oversee the installation of large-scale equipment in our manufacturing facilities.  This role requires a strong background in project management, engineering, and construction.  With a focus ensuring our installations are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards.  The successful candidates will coordinate with multiple stakeholders, manage project timelines, and ensure seamless integration of new equipment into existing operations.

Key responsibilities:

  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget forecasts, for large equipment installations.

  • Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, production, and procurement, teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines

  • Identify project milestones, critical paths, and potential risks, and develop contingency plans to address them.

  • Facilitate regular meetings and communications to keep all parties informed of project progress, changes and issues. 

  • Review project-related engineering and architectural drawings and provide input

  • Ensure transitions between project engineering and existing or new architectural structure is seamless

  • Oversee the installation process from start to finish, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety standards and project timelines.

  • Ensure all installation activities are documented, and that as-build drawings and operating manuals are provided.

  • Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective solutions are implemented throughout the project.

  • Prepare financial reports and forecasts and present them to senior management as needed.

  • Approve invoices, change orders, and other project related financial documents.

  • Conduct quality assurance checks and final inspections to ensure the equipment is installed correctly and functions as intended.

  • Proactively identify potential project risks and issues and develop strategies to mitigate or resolve them.

  • Implement corrective actions as necessary to keep project on track.

This requisition can be filled as either a Principal Project Manager Level 3 or a Senior Principal Project Manager Level 4.

Basic Qualifications:

Principal Project Manager (Level 3):

  • A minimum of high school diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Project Management or the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR Masters degree with 3 years of experience in mentioned field; OR PhD with 1 years of experience in mentioned fields

  • 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management

  • Valid driver's license

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Senior Principal Project Manager (Level 4):

  • A minimum of high school diploma or GED and 11 years of experience in Project Management or the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing; OR Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR Masters degree with 6 years of experience in mentioned fields; OR PhD with 4 years of experience in mentioned fields.

  • 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management

  • Valid driver's license

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred.

  • Experience with large-scale equipment installations in a manufacturing environment

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements for equipment installation in manufacturing environments.

  • Ability to obtain Secret level clearance.

  • Experience with presentations to leadership, executive and or management

  • Experience in aerospace industry

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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