Sentinel Principal/Sr Principal Project Manager - 17026

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

8d•$81,400 - $152,200•Onsite

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 Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Principal or Sr Principal Project Manager. This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program in enhancing the US Space Force’s ICBM capabilities and ushering in a new era of Strategic Deterrence. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. What You’ll Get To Do: The selected candidate will be responsible for oversight and management of operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. The Project Manager reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. They are responsible for assessing project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. The Project Manager develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. Candidate will help drive execution and must be able to effectively communicate with upper-level leadership. You will interface across all elements and sub-elements within SEIT as well as coordinate with other program and SDS division leaders. A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and management experience is highly desired.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience; master's degree and 3 years’ experience; PhD and 1 years’ experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree (for Principal Project Manager).
Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; master's degree and 6 years’ experience; PhD and 4 years’ experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree (for Sr Principal Project Manager).
At least 1 year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule (for Principal Project Manager).
At least 4 years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule (for Sr Principal Project Manager).
Independently define and develop the technical objectives of assignments, and present completed work for high-level review.
Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
At Least 1 year of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Control Account Manager (CAM)/Work Package Lead (WPL).
Proven experience in planning, managing, executing, and closing out projects.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Project.
Solid understanding of project management principles and practices.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with technical teams, peers, and customers.
Experience planning, scheduling, and managing projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Experience developing materials, packaging information, and delivering briefings and communications.
Capable of working with minimal direction.

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification.
Firm understanding and application of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization and with outside organizations.
Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level.
Experience with establishing Strategy, Roadmap, Vision artifacts.
Demonstrated experience using SAP, Windows software packages, Atlassian Tool Suite, and other electronic databases.
Proficient in Agile Development.
Sr Principal Project Manager: 3 years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).
A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and management experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with program assignment managers.
Integrate between program Segments, and supporting functional teams.
Review status of projects and budget, manage schedules, assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives
Monitor and report project progress and for intervention and problem solving with senior management.
Evaluate and report health metrics for the IPT.
Coordinate schedules, and provide liaison assistance between the interfacing IPTs.
Ensure IPT compliance with program processes and procedures and implement improvements.
Coordinate and prepare executive and customer presentations.
Facilitate, coordinate and track preparation and submission of contract and other data deliverables to the customer.
Coordinate and manage efforts surrounding key program events.
Collaboration and communication.