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Sr Principal Project Management

Yesterday Baltimore, MD

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 (NGMS) sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Project Manager to join the AMS Supplier Management Execution team within the Supplier Quality Organization, supporting the Tactical Fighters Business Unit . This is an on-site role in Baltimore, MD and could require travel.

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Position Summary/Responsibilities:
The Senior Principal Project Manager must be a self-motivated individual who can work in a fast-paced environment. This position provides opportunities to interface with all levels of leadership in support of program execution. In this role, program and functional team coordination will be required.
Key Responsibilities include and are not limited to the below.

Lead the development and execution of supplier management strategies for the Tactical Fighters BU.

Serve as the primary liaison among the Program Management Office (PMO), Global Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality organizations.

Coordinate cross-functionally to define and implement effective supplier management strategies, develop and execute supplier risk mitigation plans, and ensure supplier commitments are achieved.

Provide executive-level briefings on program status, challenges, and the effectiveness of supplier management plans.

Establish milestone objectives and manage performance to meet schedule and quality requirements.

Integrate supplier management activities into proposal development and ensure consistent execution across the sector.

Own the creation and execution of risk burndown plans, including RTG plans and SAMS assessments.

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Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal:

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years in supply chain, project management, and/or business management or Master's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain, project management, and/or business management

Project management experience in supplier management, program execution, and/or risk mitigation.

Ability to travel domestically up to 25%

US Citizenship

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

SAP
Experience leading cross functional teams
Primary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00The 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): Baltimore, MD
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10229558
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-04-18T20:41:17

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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