Sentinel Operations Project Manager / Principal Operations Project Manager - 10668-1

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Roy, UT, USA
In-Office
66K-122K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Manages end-to-end engineering change management and Design Review deliverables for a defense program. Governs data artifacts, maintains data integrity, develops metrics, coordinates action-item closure, and supports program operations. Provides leadership briefings, solves complex organizational problems, and champions process improvements. Requires project management experience, Tableau, Excel, SharePoint, Microsoft Office proficiency, and an active DoD Secret clearance with SAP eligibility.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Defense Systems is seeking an Operations Project Manager / Principal Operations Project Manager in Roy, UT.


What You'll Get To Do:

• Facilitating end to end Engineering Change Management across the entire Design Review lifecycle.

• Integrated and tasked with governing all data artifacts and package deliverables essential for the Design Review.

• Steward data integrity, ensure end to end visibility, and generate actionable metrics for the Design Review process.

• Coordinate and enforce closure of action items according to the predefined schedule, ensuring each task meets its estimated completion date (ECD).

• Serve as an overall integration function for the program engaging in many ad hoc activities required to ensure streamlined cadence for program operations.

• Develop and deliver high level briefings to Program Leadership

• Provide solutions to complex problems that are consistent with the organization’s objectives

• Identify opportunities for change and champion needed changes in the organization


Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts


This positions 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Operations Project Manager: 2 Years with Bachelors; 0 Years with Masters. Additional 4+ years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Principal Operations Project Manager: 5 Years with Bachelors; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD. Additional 4+ years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Must 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.

• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and execution of large projects

• Proficiency in creating, maintaining and utilizing metrics in Tableau, excel, and SharePoint.

• Experience in Microsoft Office suite of tools including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Ability to work independently and multitask.


Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Common Product Life Cycle Management (CPLM), Digital Engineering Environment (DEE), or Teamcenter to support Engineering Release lifecycle.

• Understanding of Manufacturing environments and operations

• Experience in program stand up

• Experience with schedule management, risk management and performance management

• Knowledge of Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence)

• Capability to create and conduct high level briefings

• Experience leading a team

• Ability to work independently and multi-task


Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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 2 years of experience for Operations Project Manager, or master’s degree with 0 years; alternatively, 4 additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience for Principal Operations Project Manager, master’s degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year; alternatively, 4 additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance, current and within scope, at the time of application.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program approval.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and execution of large projects.
  • Proficiency creating, maintaining, and using metrics in Tableau, Excel, and SharePoint.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and multitask.
  • Knowledge of Common Product Life Cycle Management, Digital Engineering Environment, or Teamcenter.
  • Understanding of manufacturing environments and operations.
  • Experience with program stand-up.
  • Experience with schedule, risk, and performance management.
  • Knowledge of the Atlassian Suite, including Jira and Confluence.
  • Capability to create and conduct high-level briefings.
  • Experience leading a team.

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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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

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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