Principal / Sr. Principal Project Management

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

 Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is seeking a Principal Project Manager / Sr. Principal Project Manager 3/4 to support the Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) Operating Unit.  The selected candidate will become part of the Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) on the Operating Unit Proposal team, working closely with multiple engineering and manufacturing functions, Global Supply Chain, Program Management Office, contracts, and Business Management. This role will be a key member of proposal teams; leading/supporting proposal activities of diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement and collaboration with other team members. The objective will be the delivery of all proposal requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating strategic strategy options. The individual will assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. The individual will also develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress, intervention and problem solving with other stakeholders and selected suppliers. 

Your duties include:

• Develops, plans and schedules proposals.

• Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications.

• Coordinates the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments.

• Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts.

• Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings.

• Participates in cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.

• Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team.

• Comprehensive review of all elements of cost including direct labor, material, Other Direct Cost and indirect costs to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures.

• Demonstrating a broad skill set that is balanced across interpersonal, business, and proposal-based capabilities; a commitment to ethics and integrity; and the capability to innovate in a challenging and dynamic environment.

• Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations.

• Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives.

• Measuring and reporting proposal performance.

• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.

• Creation, review, and finalization of the program Statement of Work.

• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements.

• Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines.

• Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools.

• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning.

• Managing suppliers to meet program objectives.

• Adherence to all