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Principal / Sr Principal Facilities Engineer (Level 3 or 4)

Northrop Grumman Systems

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Beavercreek, OH · Posted November 3, 2026

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for either a Principal Facilities Engineer Level 3 or a Senior Principal Facilities Engineer Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in Beavercreek, OH or Hempstead, OH.

In this role, you will lead the execution and management of facilities projects that support the sustaining infrastructure, equipment, and program facilitation requirements. This will include:

Gather, review, and finalize facility requirements data, equipment specifications, company or government restrictions, schedules, and construction feasibility

Plan, design, and oversee the reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of buildings, structures, equipment, and other facilities

Coordinate with Architectural and Engineering firms to develop design criteria and to prepare and review detailed drawings

Prepare Scopes of Work, supporting documents for procurement of design and construction services and Capital Expenditures Projects

Review cost estimates to include design, equipment, installation, labor and materials, construction, and other related costs

Inspect the construction and installation progress to ensure conformance with established requirements, plans, specifications, and schedules

Manage and execute multiple facilities projects simultaneously

Forecast and report on project status, including key metrics for risk, cost, and schedule

Produce and implement risk mitigation and schedule recovery plans as required

This position may be filled as either a level 3 Principal Facilities Engineer or a level 4 Senior Principal Facilities Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Architecture/Construction with 5 years experience of project management, construction management, and/or related facilities experience OR 3 years of stated experience with a Master's Degree

OR a PhD with stated experience

Experience with design contracts and design reviews

Ability to review and comprehend construction/equipment drawings and specifications

Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Basic Qualifications for a Level 4:

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Architecture/Construction with 8 years experience of project management, construction management, and/or related facilities experience OR 5 years of stated experience with a Master's Degree

OR a PhD with 3 years of stated experience

Experience with design contracts and design reviews

Ability to review and comprehend construction/equipment drawings and specifications

Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Procore, or other scheduling software

Experience with facility design and drafting, including space layouts and utilization plans

Experience with design and construction of classified facilities

Experience with Building Automation Systems and Controls

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.