RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Project Management position with manufacturing knowledge and technical influence to join our qualified and diverse team in El Segundo, CA.

Accomplish

This role of Senior Principal Project Management requires candidate to have direct manufacturing experience and technical aptitude. Position requires candidate to assist in development and execution of all spare’s solicitation orders and subsequent awards (e.g., Minor Spares, Standalone Spares, Service Life Mod Spares, and Performance Based Logistics Spares). Candidate will be accountable to provide technical guidance, along with helping oversee and manage all aspects of the proposal and execution process. This requires candidate to assist the Support Hardware Manager, acting as the technical resource and focal point in executing the spares orders, interfacing with all other Program functions that support the timely award, execution and successful delivery of all spare orders (e.g., Contracts, Business Management, Pricing, Operations, Global Supply Chain, Engineering, Goods Movement, Quality, and Pack / Ship). In addition, candidate must be able to provide support for rapid manufacturing efforts, determine required parts configuration through available analytical tools, and coordinate the expediting of parts and technical support. Candidate must be able to develop and provide recommendations for additional efficiencies, leverage manufacturing and supplier/OEM experience, and act as the conduit for logistics and engineering elements.  Candidate must be a self-starter and be able to work independently with minimal direction and possess hands on experience interpreting technical data along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills aligned with senior professional classification.

Succeed

The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 8 years of experience supporting sustainment / manufacturing OR 6 years’ experience with a master’s degree
• Intermediate proficiency using SAP/MRP and shop floor status / management tools
• Demonstrated proficiency with Hornet View or equivalent Model Based Engineering tools
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and Visio)
• Demonstrated understanding of spares provisioning and applicability of correct configuration of parts to jet effectivity and field installation.    
• Your ability to obtain or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated DoD Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge and use of Business System- SAP (ERP1) demand and execution management
• Thorough understanding of MES or similar shopfloor management tool
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and Visio)
• Ability to interpret both 2D and 3D engineering drawings and use of Process Specifications to advance successful proposals
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) concepts to adjudicate fabrication risks when proposing statement of work and/or constraints when awarded            
• Programming / database ability that lend to enhancing reports to leadership
• Prior experience with supporting fighter jet platform and its sustainment needs

Thrive with Us

At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now. 

Salary Range: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.