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Principal Project Management

3 days ago Huntsville, AL

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 Space Systems - Launch and Missile Defense Systems (LMDS) has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Project Management professional to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is in Huntsville, AL.
Position Overview:

The selected Principal Project Management professional will support the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon Systems (GWS) program's Program Excellence and Operations team. You will Support program operations by developing and delivering training, conducting new hire orientations, managing onboarding processes, coordinating event logistics, and assisting with program reviews. You will also assist in managing the reporting rhythm for Operating Unit program/functional reporting and fulfilling necessary reporting requirements for the Business Unit, Division, and Sector (daily/weekly reports, monthly reviews, metrics). This position will also oversee projects across various programs and locations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.
Essential Functions:

Lead Program Operations Reporting and Communications

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Support and spearhead program initiatives, which may involve:
Process improvement
Workforce engagement
Developing training materials
Enhancing cross-organization collaboration
Boosting operational efficiency

Collaborate with the program and business leaders to identify and address evolving operational needs.
Foster connections with program managers and functional staff to achieve portfolio goals and objectives.
Engage in targeted projects with program teams at leadership's request.
Support SharePoint Administration including design, development, and maintenance of SharePoint.
Cultivate a collaborative culture that promotes employee engagement, affordability, innovation, value growth, and continuous improvement.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience; or a PhD and 1 year of related work experience.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and self-manage multiple improvement activities.
Experience presenting to various leadership levels and preparing briefings for Customer and Engineering Leadership.
Proficiency in technical problem-solving, including decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation, and monitoring.
Familiarity with Microsoft OneNote, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
Ability and willingness to travel 10% with flexible work schedules to support business needs
Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application and is required to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ability to function effectively within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
Experience with Jira and SharePoint.
Highly motivated to tackle complex challenges and drive continuous improvement.
Experience collaborating with MDA and/or DoD customers.
Capacity to produce high-quality work both independently and collaboratively.
A foundational understanding of Project Management principles.
Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $130,600.00The 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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Huntsville, AL
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10203211
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-09T17:03:49

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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