Sentinel - CAM Principal/ Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - 18113

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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 is seeking a Control Account Manager (CAM)/Earned Value Management Principal Systems Engineer/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer in support of the Sentinel program. This opening may be in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure.

What you will get to do:

As a CAM, you will work with technical teams, Global Supply Chain, leadership team and Business Management team to gather necessary information to control cost, schedule and performance of multiple statements of work. Along with forecasting financial data and delivery of monthly program reports/presentations, you will update Earned Value Management (EVM) tools and produce required data products, review monthly Earned Value (EV) data and provide detailed cost account status, and support program requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform Control Account Management (CAM) duties
• Coordinate with technical leadership in a cross functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule, and technical objectives
• Develop and deliver presentations to customers, management, and other program stakeholders
• Define, plan, perform, monitor, control, and complete a variety of project tasks simultaneously
• Support proposal activities as needed
• Track budget actuals against predictions and financial performance against the full EV performance management baseline, participate in CAM status calls, prepare status for/attend weekly status meeting, provide/enter bi-monthly Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) status, support stakeholder meetings, review Actual Hours reports for time charging accuracy and alignment with IMS status.
• On a monthly basis: calculate & enter Estimate to Complete (ETCs) into the financial system, analyze EV metrics and generate Variance Reports (VARs) as required, and attend meetings related to forecasting and spend plans for statements of work.
• Coordinate with the scheduling team to develop and execute to an IMS
• Coordinate Earned Value Change Requests (EVCRs) with the Business Management and Scheduling team as needed
• Review cost actuals on a weekly basis, acting on any discrepancies
• Support development of packages for Proposal and Change Requests for cost and schedule and present to Senior Leadership
• Adhere to all internal processes for Program Management
• Perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks
• Provide cost and schedule impacts for engineering change management packages
• Prepare and present at government control account manager meetings

This position may be hired at the Principal Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Systems Engineer levels depending upon applicant qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Principal Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience. 3 years with a masters degree.
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Security Clearance at time of application, current and within scope (< 6 years)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
• 2 years of experience in project management and/or control account management
• 2 years of experience with Control Account Management and Earned Value Management methodologies
• 2 years of experience with contracts executing full-earned value management
• 2 years of experience/ proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point

Sr. Principal Systems Systems:

• BS degree in STEM with 8 years of related systems engineering experience; 6 years with Masters; 4 Year with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 2 years of experience in project management and/or control account management
• 2 years of experience with Control Account Management and Earned Value Management methodologies
• 2 years of experience with contracts executing full-earned value management
• 2 years of experience/ proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate with multiple levels of the organization having excellent presentation skills
• CAM Certification
• Experience with material management
• Experience working within an Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Experience with Risk Management, Return to Green (RTG) plans, and scheduling cross functional activities
• Active In Scope DoD Secret (or higher) clearance with a periodic review completed in the past 5 calendar years
• Work experience in one of the following disciplines: guidance & control systems, inertial sensors, navigation systems or vehicle management systems

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, 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 position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.