SDS - Sr Principal Strategic Planner - 13367

Requisition ID : R10169931

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe.

With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start.

Our defense systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Strategic Planner. This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Strategic Deterrent System (SDS) Division.

What You’ll Get To Do :

Develops long-range objectives and strategic plans for corporation or major division by identifying internal and external strategic issues that could affect growth and profitability.

Scans environment for business opportunities, maintains surveillance over market, and may perform financial analysis of acquisition candidates.

Develops and monitors profitability, productivity, and growth targets.

May prepare acquisition proposals, recommend financial and nonfinancial strategic objectives and alternatives, and implement and maintain strategic and operational plans.

Plans and coordinates business reviews, resource allocations, organization structures, and financial analysis.

Essential responsibilities include :

Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered expert in field within the organization.

Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex tasks.

Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.

Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation.

Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.

Most assignments are complex and performed independently without appreciable direction.

Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment.

Effects of decisions are long-lasting and heavily influence the future course of the organization.

Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives.

Acts as an advisor to senior management and customers.

This positions standard work schedule is a 9 / 80. The 9 / 80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications :

8 Years with Bachelors; 6 Years with Masters. 4 additional years of relevant experience may be added in lieu of degree.

U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance awarded / renewed within the last 6 years.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience supporting Northrop Grumman or government contracting / DoD facilities.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all stakeholders and SDS leadership.

Must be able to work independently, function in a dynamic environment, and be flexible to changing direction.

Excellent at written and oral communications

Strong ability to establish, develop, and maintain interpersonal relationships.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense 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

Salary Range : $104,400 - $156,600The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.