Key responsibilities:

Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget forecasts, for large equipment installations.
* Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, production, and procurement, teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines
* Identify project milestones, critical paths, and potential risks, and develop contingency plans to address them.
* Facilitate regular meetings and communications to keep all parties informed of project progress, changes and issues.
* Oversee the installation process from start to finish, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety standards and project timelines.
* Ensure all installation activities are documented, and that as-build drawings and operating manuals are provided.
* Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective solutions are implemented throughout the project.
* Prepare financial reports and forecasts and present them to senior management as needed.
* Approve invoices, change orders, and other project related financial documents.
* Conduct quality assurance checks and final inspections to ensure the equipment is installed correctly and functions as intended.
* Proactively identify potential project risks and issues and develop strategies to mitigate or resolve them.
* Implement corrective actions as necessary to keep project on track.
Basic Qualifications:
Principal Project Manager (Level 3):

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing OR Masters degree with 3 years of experience in mentioned fields OR PhD with 1 years of experience.
* 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management
* Valid driver's license
* Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Clearance
* Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
Sr. Principal Project Manager (Level 4):

Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in the following engineering field: Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Electrical, Process, Production & Manufacturing OR Masters degree with 6 years of experience in mentioned fields OR PhD with 4 years of experience.
* 3 years of experience in Project Management methodologies and tools, including Gantt charts, project management software systems and risk management
* Valid driver's license
* Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Clearance
* Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
Preferred Qualifications:

PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred.
* Experience with large-scale equipment installations in a manufacturing environment
* Familiarity with regulatory requirements for equipment installation in manufacturing environments.
* Ability to obtain Secret level clearance.
* Experience with presentations to leadership, executive and or management
* Experience in aerospace industry
Salary Range: $76,600 - $115,000
Salary Range 2: *$95,000 - $142,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.