Principal Facilities Engineer, Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman

. Lead the execution and management of facilities projects supporting sustaining infrastructure, equipment, and program facilitation requirements .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeBeavercreek • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $94,200 - $176,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and construction management, with a strong focus on facilities project execution, design review, and compliance with specifications. Proficient in utilizing tools such as AutoCAD and Microsoft Project for effective planning and oversight of infrastructure projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementFacilities ExperienceDesign ReviewRisk Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementDesign ReviewCost EstimationConstruction SpecificationsFacilities PlanningRisk AssessmentBuilding Automation SystemsSpace Layout DesignEquipment Specifications

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoordinationLeadershipProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADMicrosoft ProjectProcoreMicrosoft OfficeBuilding Automation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipSecret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Facilities ProjectsInfrastructureConstruction FeasibilityArchitectural CoordinationCapital Expenditures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the execution and management of facilities projects supporting sustaining infrastructure, equipment, and program facilitation requirements
Gather, review, and finalize facility requirements data, equipment specifications, company or government restrictions, schedules, and construction feasibility
Plan, design, and oversee reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of buildings, structures, equipment, and other facilities
Coordinate with Architectural and Engineering firms to develop design criteria and prepare and review detailed drawings
Prepare Scopes of Work and supporting documents for procurement of design and construction services and Capital Expenditures Projects
Review cost estimates covering design, equipment, installation, labor and materials, construction, and related costs
Inspect construction and installation progress for conformance with requirements, plans, specifications, and schedules
Manage and execute multiple facilities projects simultaneously
Forecast and report project status, including risk, cost, and schedule metrics
Produce and implement risk mitigation and schedule recovery plans as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Architecture/Construction with 5 years experience of project management, construction management, and/or related facilities experience for Level 3
3 years of stated experience with a Master's Degree for Level 3 alternative
PhD with stated experience for Level 3 alternative
Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Architecture/Construction with 8 years experience of project management, construction management, and/or related facilities experience for Level 4
5 years of stated experience with a Master's Degree for Level 4 alternative
PhD with 3 years of stated experience for Level 4 alternative
Experience with design contracts and design reviews
Ability to review and comprehend construction/equipment drawings and specifications
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred: Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Procore, or other scheduling software
Preferred: Experience with facility design and drafting, including space layouts and utilization plans
Preferred: Experience with design and construction of classified facilities
Preferred: Experience with Building Automation Systems and Controls
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Secret clearance type specified; clearance is not required to start
Willingness/ability to travel 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Flexible work arrangements
Learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Inclusive work environment
Work/life balance
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
9/80 schedule
401K matching program
Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus eligibility