Sentinel Project Management/Principal Project Management - 18539

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Project Manager/Principal Project Manager. This position is located in Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. 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. What You'll Get To Do Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Control Account management responsibilities, inclusive of: Top level IMS and task management, Cost accounting and control, EAC management, Jira stories management, QBDs, internal tools, BOEs, Risk Management, and Variance Analysis Reporting. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. 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. Position Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Basic Qualifications Project Manager: Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience in project management or Master’s degree. 4 additional years may be considered in lieu of degree. Principal Project Manager: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience in project management; Master’s degree with 3 years' experience; 1 Year with PhD. 4 additional years may be considered in lieu of degree. Must be a U.S citizen and have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need. At least 1 years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule. Experience in project management/ execution and closeout. Skilled use of Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project). Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management principles. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to establish a solid working relationship with technical staff, peers, and customers. Experience planning, scheduling, and managing projects with many different stakeholders. Experience developing content, packaging, and briefing communication to small groups. Preferred Qualifications Current CAM certification. Experience with MS Project. Experience with Jira and Confluence; SCRUM master experience is also a plus. Experience on a DOD contract Business Management team. Experience leading other Project Managers. 2 years experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EPQs: VMS) as a Control Account Manager (CAM) or assisting a CAM in their duties. Master’s degree in STEM, business, or accounting and 5 years experience. Trained and familiar with PMP. DoD Top Secret Security Clearance. Experience with Project & Collaboration Tools: Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project. Experience with Data & Analytics: Tableau, Excel (Pivot Tables), MAXQDA. Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman