Sentinel - Principal/Sr. Principal Project Change Engineer - 16452

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available 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 **Principal Project Change Engineer/Sr. Principal Project Change Engineer** in support of the Sentinel program. This opening is in **Roy, UT, Manhattan Beach, CA or Huntsville, AL** 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:** Oversee the development, request, and implementation of changes to the Program and technical baseline with a focus on ensuring changes are well understood, documented, and executed through the Program approved Change Boards. The Project Change Engineers bring a "cradle to grave" solution for Program changes. + Develop change request packages and represent the package through the change board process + Ensure change request package meets quality standards and is board ready + Coordinate comment follow-up, resolution, and approvals + Coordinate and provide input into impact assessments + Coordinate resolution and closeout of board action items + Interface with Configuration Management when submitting change requests and finalize change requests after board approval + Ensure approved change requests are implemented prior to change request closure + Follow through to ensure change requests are closed timely **Basic Qualifications:** + **Principal Systems Engineer** - BS degree in STEM with 5 Years of related systems engineering experience; 3 Years with Masters; 1 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. + 1 year of project management experience; Demonstrate knowledge of project management fundamentals & Demonstrate communication skills and flexibility + 2 years of relevant years of experience in a configuration & data management (CMDM) role with knowledge of best practices, tools, procedures to include but not limited to JIRA, Confluence, DOORs, Cameo, and CPLM + 3 years of experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and/or Configuration Management Plans (CMP) that align with EIA Standard 649-1, MIL-HDBK-61B, or best industry practices. + 3 years of experience demonstrating System Engineering principles, process, knowledge, practice, and theories + 3 years of experience demonstrating Model Based Systems Engineering concepts, theories, and tools + 3 years presentation experience with the ability to present to project and program management, other technical managers, and customers + 3 years of experience with MS Office Suite Product(s) + 3 years technical writing experience + **Sr. Principal Systems Engineer -** BS degree in STEM with 8 Years of related systems engineer 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 + 5 years of project management experience; Demonstrate knowledge of project management fundamentals & Demonstrate communication skills and flexibility + 5 years of experience leading, coaching, developing and delegating tasks across team members to achieve desired results + 5 years of relevant years of experience in a configuration & data management (CMDM) role with knowledge of best practices, tools, procedures to include but not limited to JIRA, Confluence, DOORs, Cameo, and CPLM + 5 years of experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and/or Configuration Management Plans (CMP) that align with EIA Standard 649-1, MIL-HDBK-61B, or best industry practices. + 5 years of experience supporting, developing, and presenting Request for Variances (RFV) to project and program management, other technical managers, and customers + 5 years of experience demonstrating System Engineering principles, process, knowledge, practice, and theories + 5 years of experience demonstrating Model Based Systems Engineering concepts, theories, and tools + 5 years presentation experience with the ability to present to project and program management, other technical managers, and customers + 5 years of experience with MS Office Suite Product(s) + 5 years technical writing experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + Current DoD Top Secret clearance + 5 years of relevant years of experience in a configuration & data management (CMDM) role with knowledge of best practices, tools, procedures to include but not limited to JIRA, Confluence, DOORs, Cameo, and CPLM + 5 years of experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and/or Configuration Management Plans (CMP) that align with EIA Standard 649-1, MIL-HDBK-61B, or best industry practices. + 5 years of experience supporting, developing, and presenting Request for Variances (RFV) to project and program management, other technical managers, and customers + Configuration and Data Management Certification or higher dated within the last 3 years + Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) equivalent or higher dated within the last 3 years + Certified Systems Engineering Professional certificate equivalent or higher dated within the last 3 years 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. **\#SentinelSystems** Primary Level Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $150,500.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $107,800.00 - $187,300.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.