Principal Project Management
About The Position
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 is looking for a highly organized, proactive communications professional to support our Aeronautics Systems strategic communications team. Reporting to the manager of content and channel strategy, this role is responsible for helping to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously for business priorities. Join our team of dedicated professionals and define possible with Northrop Grumman. Your expertise will play a critical role in continuing to position the company as a technology innovator. This position may be based in El Segundo, CA Melbourne, FL, or Falls Church, VA. If you are a collaborator who enjoys a dynamic work environment, have a strong program communications mindset, an innovative spirit and a passion for strategic thinking, we’re looking for you.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree with 5 years of experience, Masters Degree with 3 years of experience or 1 year of experience with a PhD
- Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and execution of large projects
- Proficiency in creating, maintaining and utilizing metrics in Tableau, excel, and SharePoint
- Experience in Microsoft Office suite of tools including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Ability to work independently and multitask
- Can confidently and independently interact with executive leaders, and all levels of employees
- Are experienced in developing and executing project management plans to achieve business objectives
- Are a strategic thinker, strong problem solver who is collaborative and pays attention to every detail
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable leading through change
- Are able to digest complex concepts and communicate them in simple and effective ways
Nice To Haves
- PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for equipment installation in manufacturing environments
- Experience with presentations to leadership, executives
Responsibilities
- Leading end-to-end planning and execution of strategic communications projects, campaigns and initiatives and ensure stakeholder awareness
- Developing project plans, timelines and success measures aligned to business focus areas and priorities
- Establishing project governance, workflows and processes that enable efficient collaboration across communications and business teams
- Partnering with content and creative teams to coordinate development and production of materials to satisfy business needs
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- overtime
- shift differential
- discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
