Sentinel Sr Principal Project Management

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: 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 Defense Systems is looking for an experienced Senior Principal Project Management to join the Sentinel program in enhancing the US Space Force's ICBM capabilities and ushering in a new era of Strategic Deterrence. As a Senior Principal Project Management you will perform a critical role in the success of the Sentinel program. The candidate will be responsible for project management duties for SEIT on the Sentinel program. This position is located in Huntsville, AL. What You'll Get To Do:
The selected candidate will be an integrator for the Sentinel SEIT organization at the Huntsville site. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate with upper-level leadership and across all elements and sub-elements within SEIT and coordinate with other program and SDS division leaders at the Huntsville site. A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and management experience is highly desired. Candidates will be a good fit if they bring experience related to any of the following duties: Coordination with program assignment managers to understand staffing requirements
Team building
Project Execution
Integrate and manage between program Segments, and supporting functional teams by performing tactical day to day operations Understanding of Earned Value and principals of managing cost/schedule Performing work related to planning, monitoring, and controlling work scope within your assigned program area.
Review status of projects and budget, manage schedules, assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objective.
Develop mechanisms for monitoring and reporting project progress and for intervention and problem solving with senior management and managers.
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.
Evaluate and report health metrics for the IPT.
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
Regular day to day contact with Segment and/or Function Leadership
Coordinates with the integration team on day-to-day activities. Resolves complex process issues.
And other duties as assigned. Position Benefits: As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and a minimum 8 years of relevant experience or master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience pr PhD with 4 years of relevant experience
At least five years of experience in leading project or cross-functional teams.
Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with an investigation completed within the last 6 years. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need. At least 1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule
Experience in DoD programs
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated Project Management experience.
PMP Certification
Demonstrated experience using SAP, Windows software packages, Atlassian Tool Suite, and other electronic databases.
Agile Development Capable of working with minimal direction, independently determines and develops technical objectives of assignments, and presents work upon completion for high level review.
Ability to provide and implement solutions to advanced problems which require ingenuity and innovation. Salary Range: $108,400.00 - $162,600.00 The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.