Principal/ Sr Principal Project Management
- Pay
- $94,200 – $141,200 per year
- Location
- San Diego, CA · Hybrid
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Lead / Staff
- Listed
- 20 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- supply chain management
- risk management
- cost and schedule control
Also useful
- Control Account Manager (CAM) experience
- EAC reviews
Relocation Assistance
No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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 Principal / Sr. Principal Project Manager supporting RQ-4 Global Supply Chain Programs.
This is an individual contributor, non-manager role with no direct reports. This candidate will join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in San Diego, CA. This role supports a hybrid work schedule, reporting to the office every week. This role offers flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a friendly team environment.
Candidates who are self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions
This role is responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content under the RQ-4 Programs.
The individual will act as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for Global Supply Chain duties and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
This role ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies are in place. Selected candidate would be accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and harmonizing material forecasting across the RQ-4 program in support of sales and cash initiatives. This individual would regularly brief the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance.
The selected candidate will be a high-performing, experienced individual who is goal-oriented and well equipped to partner with a wide range of stakeholders, to support program and division objectives.
Responsibilities include: Working under pressure in a multiple conflicting priority environment to meet deadlines and fulfill internal/external customer needs Developing solutions for complex problems, and effectively communicating approaches and findings to the team and stakeholders Control Account Manager (CAM) for program labor and material and supporting material EAC reviews Communicating and elevating supply chain risks, opportunities, and mitigations, effectively managing and executing strategies to create the most value for the program Managing and overseeing sales forecast and invoicing for RQ-4 programs, coordinating information gathered from Supplier Management and Finance Providing leadership for the GSC RQ-4 organization in a matrixed environment, ensuring strategies and plans are aligned with the business unit Leading process improvement initiatives, training, and optimization efforts Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Management (Level 3): Must have Bachelor's Degree with at least 5 years of experience, Master's Degree with at least 3 years of experience or High School diploma and 9 years of experience in the following: Logistics, Project Management, Business Management, Proposals, Resource Planning, Program Management, Program Scheduling, Price/Cost Analysis, Program Integration, Subcontracts Administration, Procurement, or other Global Supply Chain related field Must have aerospace & defense (A&D) industry experience Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Project Management (Level 4): Must have Bachelor's Degree with at least 8 years of experience, Master's Degree with at least 6 years of experience or High School diploma and 12 years of experience in the following: Logistics, Project Management, Business Management, Proposals, Resource Planning, Program Management, Program Scheduling, Price/Cost Analysis, Program Integration, Subcontracts Administration, Procurement, or other Global Supply Chain related field Must have experience leading projects Must have aerospace & defense (A&D) industry experience
Pay and benefits
CAM certification and/or experience Master's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain related field Solid understanding of ERP business systems Supplier Management experience Experience in GSC project management Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00 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. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
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