Principal Project Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Principal Engineer located in Salt Lake City, UT . This position is in support of operations at the Salt Lake City Facility which produces Inertial Navigation Systems and related products primarily for the military. This position follows projects through all manufacturing readiness level phases: concept development, design, fabrication/assembly/test at lab level, production environment demo, full production operations implementation, sustainment/maintenance/ continuous improvement. It is responsible for maintaining the designs (drawing packages) for a portfolio of products which includes approval of all changes and ownership of the Engineering Change process. This position provides the Leadership/Management of Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) efforts from preparation of proposals to execution of the effort with responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance to contract requirements. It also provides management of Continuous Improvement projects and resolution of technical issues in manufacturing. What You’ll Get to Do: Responsible for managing technical projects (planning & execution) including accountability for cost, schedule & performance through all phases and execution of transition-to-production activities Manage product line sustainment activities including design maintenance (drawing packages), obsolescence reviews, and incorporation of changes into manufacturing Coordinate/lead multi-disciplined teams to solve complex technical problems (design and/or manufacturing related) or to make improvements to products or processes Support or lead proposals to provide quotes to internal or external customers Directly support various Program Managers and customers as the technical focal point for Salt Lake City activity including program risk Present at program reviews, often at the director level Basic Qualifications for the Principal Engineer: Bachelors degree in a related STEM field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master's degree in a related STEM field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience. Broad based engineering experience across multiple disciplines Experience planning and executing complex technical projects with little or no direction Experience presenting data and coordinating with senior program and operations leadership Experience leading technical teams The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance US Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications for the Principal Engineer: Experience using project management tools and understanding of practices including tracking cost, schedule, and performance Experience as a Control Account Manager or with Earned Value Management Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Experience reviewing and interpreting technical drawings and specifications Extensive experience planning and managing technical projects Experience with Inertial systems, Inertial sensors and related technology and have knowledge of manufacturing Experience with assembly & test processes Experience with SAP ERP system What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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