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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. 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 Defense Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (level 4) to join its Business Management team in Roy, UT OR Huntsville, AL. This is a full time on-site position.

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Develop, maintain, and continuously update the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) ensuring horizontal and vertical integration across functional areas such as engineering, finance, manufacturing, and quality. Coordinate schedule assessments and deliver concise executive and senior-leadership briefings, including variance analysis and performance-health metrics.

Conduct critical-path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and "what-if" cost-schedule scenario modeling to support decision points. Identify, resolve, and mitigate critical-path and network-logic conflicts, implementing corrective actions to keep the program on track. Produce and disseminate weekly status reports, Gantt, PERT, and milestone charts using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Deltek, and related tools.

Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and DCMA 14-point schedule best practices to monitor cost-schedule performance. Partner with project managers and cross-functional teams to define scope, deliverables, and resource requirements, ensuring resource availability for scheduled tasks. Perform schedule risk analyses and develop mitigation strategies, tracking schedule health metrics and variance trends.

Lead integration of schedule data within Microsoft Project Server/Enterprise Project Management environments. 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: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 8 years of Business, Finance, Accounting, Cost Accounting and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience, or a Masters degree with 6 years of experience. A high school diploma/equivalent with 12 yrs experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience with schedule management tools (MS Project, Primavera P6, Deltek Open Plan/COBRA/Acumen) and Microsoft Project Server environment; strong PC skills including advanced Excel (macros/VBA).

Experience with schedule risk assessment methodologies (e.g., DCMA 14 point, DI MGMT 81861) and application of industry standard best practices. Aerospace/defense industry background with strong analytical ability, experience evaluating complex schedules, and preparing executive and senior leadership briefing content. Aerospace/defense industry experience, including work with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) CDRLs

Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance. Experience assessing and integrating supplier/IWO data into prime contractor business systems.

Earned Value Management knowledge and experience in a program management capacity. Ability to lead CAMs and suppliers through Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with Northrop Grumman contract processes and procedures.

Primary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00 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.