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Principal Technical Services Project Management / Sr Principal Technical Services Project Management

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Northrop Grumman

Principal Technical Services Project Management / Sr Principal Technical Services Project Management

Apopka, FL

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Mission Systems is seeking candidates for the position of Principal Technical Services Project Management / Sr Principal Technical Services Project Management (Operations Project Manager). The selected candidate for this position will report to the Northrop Grumman Precision Targeting and Protection facility in Apopka, FL.

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What you get to do:

Serves as the primary Manufacturing interface with the assigned Program Management Office (PMO), Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain (SCM), Mission Assurance (MA), and customers.
Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, line managers, and customers.
Cost Account Manager (CAM) for Manufacturing Operations budget, including Earned Value Management reporting and variance reporting. Ensures that the required manufacturing and test resources are forecasted and secured to execute the job (people, equipment, and facilities).
Representing Manufacturing at the program Configuration Control Board, ensuring proper implementation of design changes.
Active participant in the program risk management activity, ensuring any applicable Manufacturing risks and/or opportunities are captured and managed in the program risk register
Supporting and generating proposal documentation as needed to foster new work.
Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Effectively communicate, both written and verbal, with several layers of coworkers and management.
Prioritize and complete multiple tasks within critical deadlines.
Ability to develop solutions to complex problems requiring the use of ingenuity, creativity, and participation of internal and /or external personnel & teams.
Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Please note this is an individual contributor role and not a management role. *
Basic Qualifications: (Level 3)

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience; master's degree with 3+ years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of related experience.
Experience in engineering, manufacturing, testing, and/or design.
Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or Control Account Management (CAM) techniques, which include program cost and schedule management.
Experience in project management.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
Basic Qualifications: (Level 4)

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant work experience; master's degree with 6+ years of relevant work experience.
Experience in engineering, manufacturing, testing, and/or design.
Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or Control Account Management (CAM) techniques, which include program cost and schedule management.
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as project management, analytical, planning, and presentation skills, are required.
Experience in project management.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
Experience with manufacturing production proposals.
Experience with SAP and MRP in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and leadership
Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement.
Experience with Basis of Estimates, Risk Management, Return to Green plans, managing budgets, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Experience working on government contracts.
Proficient in Risk and Opportunity management.
Experience with manufacturing production proposals.
Experience with SAP and MRP systems in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
Experience working on government contracts.
Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
MANUMS
Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00Salary Range 2: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00The 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): Apopka, FL, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10200761
Employment Type: Other

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

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