Principal Project Management

Northrop Grumman

. Lead end-to-end planning and execution of strategic communications projects, campaigns, and initiatives .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $81,400 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading strategic communications projects and initiatives, with a strong focus on project management principles and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in utilizing metrics and tools like Tableau and Excel to drive project success and effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management PrinciplesTableau ProficiencyPMP CertificationStakeholder EngagementMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningMetrics UtilizationChange ManagementCommunication StrategyGovernance Establishment

Soft Skills

Independent WorkMultitaskingEffective CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

TableauExcelSharePointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Strategic CommunicationsRegulatory RequirementsManufacturing EnvironmentsExecutive PresentationsAeronautics Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end planning and execution of strategic communications projects, campaigns, and initiatives
Ensure stakeholder awareness
Develop project plans, timelines, and success measures aligned to business focus areas and priorities
Establish project governance, workflows, and processes enabling efficient collaboration across communications and business teams
Partner with content and creative teams to coordinate development and production of materials
Interact independently with executive leaders and employees at all levels
Lead through change in a fast-paced environment
Digest complex concepts and communicate them simply and effectively
Report to the manager of content and channel strategy
Support the Aeronautics Systems strategic communications team at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or 1 year of experience with a PhD
Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and execution of large projects
Proficiency in creating, maintaining, and utilizing metrics in Tableau, Excel, and SharePoint
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Ability to work independently and multitask
PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for equipment installation in manufacturing environments
Experience with presentations to leadership and executives
U.S. citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility (depending on position)
Shift differential (depending on position)
Discretionary bonus eligibility (depending on position)
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Relocation assistance: No relocation assistance available