Sr. Principal Chief Engineer

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman manufactures some of the world's most technically advanced products. Our manufacturing plants are highly-automated, cutting-edge centers of excellence where employees leverage the latest technology, including the strategic use of automation, 3-D printing and robotics. There are a myriad of job functions associated with the manufacture of our products that range from machinists, engineers, operation program managers, and quality inspectors. Our mission is to deliver differentiated value to our programs, by manufacturing products with the highest possible quality at the most affordable rate. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Chief Engineer based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing technical projects (planning & execution) to include accountability for cost, schedule & performance.
• Coordinates/leads multi-disciplined teams to solve complex technical problems (design and/or manufacturing related).
• Manages the engineering change process for drawings, specifications and procedures (release authority).
• Directly supports various Program Managers and customers as the technical focal point.

Minimum Education / Experience: 9 Years with Bachelors in Science; 7 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD / STEM degree required

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have an engineering background with experience in multiple disciplines.
• Experience in project management tools and practices.
• Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Must have the ability to motivate and lead technical teams.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications
• Must be highly self- motivated and able to plan and execute complex technical projects with little or no supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Engineering or Management
• PMP Certification
• Knowledge and experience with earned value management.
• Should be comfortable reviewing and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Should be fluent in the use of MS Office applications including MS Project.
• Secret Clearance
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Salary Range: $108,600.00 - $163,000.00

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to basepay. 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/orpersonal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.