Principal/Sr. Principal Technical Services Project Manager/VSET

Principal / Sr. Principal Technical Services Project Manager / VSET

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Corinne, UT

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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.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future.

Northrop Grumman, Propulsion Systems, is currently seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Technical Services Project Management to function as a Value Stream Element Team Leader (VSET) to provide leadership to our team at our Promontory, UT facility for multiple programs.

In this position, the engineer would lead testing and research activities for programs in various phases of the program life cycle.

Under the direction of the Test Engineering Senior Manager, this position is responsible for leading all activities associated with a product family within the value stream.

The VSET Lead is responsible for delivering a product family through overall ownership and accountability of that product's value stream element including : acceptance of requirements, product and process design, planning generation, product manufacture, inspection, acceptance, testing and delivery to the downstream customer to meet cost and schedule requirements.

Works closely with the functional organizations (e.g. design, S&MA, process engineering, supply chain and operations) to effectively and efficiently staff the team as required.

Manages and ensures effective concurrent engineering through the oversight and integration of all engineering and processing disciplines.

The VSET leader's primary focus is the design, manufacture and testing of a defect-free, highest value product that satisfies every customer requirement.

Responsibilities include :

• All design, reliability, safety, performance, cost and schedule requirements.
• The safety of personnel, facilities and product through the development and manufacturing lifecycle.
• Produced and procured designs, processes, suppliers, materials, facilities, inspection plans, tooling, etc.
• Managing financial performance of the value stream and its functional organizations.
• Initiate and lead value enhancement and waste elimination efforts for all aspects of the component value stream utilizing lean principles for continuous improvement.
• Work closely with other VSET leaders to ensure strong communication and collaboration.

Currently possess or must be able to obtain Secret security clearance.

Education / Experience Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (aerospace, chemical, electrical, mechanical, material sciences engineering, or physics) required.

An advanced degree in engineering is preferred.

BS with 5 years' experience or MS with 3 years' experience.

Position may be filled at a higher level requiring : BS with 9 years' experience or MS with 7 years' experience.

Experience in engineering, program management, production, safety and / or mission assurance roles where the candidate has developed a well-rounded background and understanding of our business and the product lifecycle.

Salary Range : $92,600 - $139,000

Salary Range 2 : $114,900 - $172,300

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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