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Sr Principal Engineer Planning Analyst

Jessup, MD

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: PolygraphTRAVEL: 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.[Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC)](https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/mission-solutions/microelectronics) is seeking a Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and coordinate plans and schedules for new or existing programs efforts.

• Determines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets and schedules, and manpower requirements.

• Supports negotiations with customers.

• Analyzes effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources.

• Resolves proposal preparation problems and assesses the progress against established plans and parameters.

• Formulates and recommends corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements.

This position will serve on-site in the greater Baltimore, MD area.
This position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance to meet customers' requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst:

• Bachelor's from an accredited university and 8 years of experience, 6 years of experience with Master's degree, OR 4 years of experience with PhD. An additional 4 years relevant experience in lieu of degree could be considered.

• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly to present technical approaches and findings.

• Experience working with subject matter experts, engineers, and program leads to ensure collection of data is accurate and timely.

• Understanding of the change management process.

• Proficient in MS project, Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Collaborate across functions to ensure all objectives are met.

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

• Current active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start

Preferred Qualifications for Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst
•     Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00The 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.PDN-a08253d4-2ff5-401d-a389-a22e2a2336fd
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: PolygraphTRAVEL: 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.[Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC)](https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/mission-solutions/microelectronics) is seeking a Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and coordinate plans and schedules for new or existing programs efforts.

• Determines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets and schedules, and manpower requirements.

• Supports negotiations with customers.

• Analyzes effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources.

• Resolves proposal preparation problems and assesses the progress against established plans and parameters.

• Formulates and recommends corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements.

This position will serve on-site in the greater Baltimore, MD area.
This position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance to meet customers' requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst:

• Bachelor's from an accredited university and 8 years of experience, 6 years of experience with Master's degree, OR 4 years of experience with PhD. An additional 4 years relevant experience in lieu of degree could be considered.

• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly to present technical approaches and findings.

• Experience working with subject matter experts, engineers, and program leads to ensure collection of data is accurate and timely.

• Understanding of the change management process.

• Proficient in MS project, Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Collaborate across functions to ensure all objectives are met.

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

• Current active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start

Preferred Qualifications for Sr Principal Engineering Planning Analyst
•     Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00The 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.PDN-a08253d4-2ff5-401d-a389-a22e2a2336fd

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.

© 2025 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.

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