Principal OR Sr. Principal Project Management

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Melbourne, FL, USA
In-Office
81K-152K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Manage CAM networks for supplier material review board activities on a classified program. Oversee project operations, schedules, budgets, status reporting, issue resolution, and project progress monitoring. Coordinate among project management, planning, project teams, line management, and clients. The role requires EVM experience, CAM certification eligibility, multi-project leadership, detailed data analysis, program management knowledge, and an active Secret clearance.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 OR Sr. Principal Project Management to join our team in Melbourne, FL.

This position will be responsible for managing CAM networks associated with Supplier MRB on a classified program.  Applicants will need extensive experience working with EVM to include the ability to obtain CAM certification/qualification.

Duties Include:

  • Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
  • Review status of projects and budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports.
  • Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
  • Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.

This position can be filled at the Principal Project Management level or the Senior Principal Project Management level, depending upon the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Management:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience in project management OR Master’s degree with 3 years’ experience in project management.
  • Ability to obtain CAM certification
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data
  • Understanding and application of Program Management principles
  • A current active US Government Secret security clearance or higher is required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP/PAR clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Project Management:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience in project management, OR Master’s degree with 6 years’ experience in project management
  • Ability to obtain CAM certification
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data
  • Understanding and application of Program Management principles
  • A current active US Government Secret security clearance or higher is required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP/PAR clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

  • Current CAM certification
  • Experience managing CAM accounts in excess of $50M dollars
  • Active SAP/PAR clearance

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Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

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.

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of project management experience, or master's degree with 3 years of project management experience for the Principal level
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of project management experience, or master's degree with 6 years of project management experience for the Senior Principal level
  • Ability to obtain CAM certification
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Experience leading a project or driving performance against schedule
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data
  • Understanding and application of program management principles
  • Current active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or higher at start
  • Ability to obtain and maintain SAP/PAR clearance within a reasonable period
  • Current CAM certification
  • Experience managing CAM accounts exceeding $50 million
  • Active SAP/PAR clearance

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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