RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense Systems wants you to join our team as a Senior Principal Graphic Artist. This position is located at Edwards AFB, or Palmdale, CA. In this position you will actually have work at both locations, but seated in one location or the other.

You will be responsible for leading a team of graphic illustrators, providing leadership of the staff, work assignments, schedules, task analysis, day to day workflow, proposal support, and program status reporting.

You will use your expertise in the conception of designs and layouts, coordination of editorial illustrations and creative artwork, transfer of data and features of subject material into graphic terms, and researching engineering data, tech manuals, and other subject matter to develop and sustain training materials and technical publications.

Specific duties include:

• Performs all aspects of scheduling, task assignments, work performance, and supports hiring activities.

• Monitors daily operations of assigned work unit, monitors progress, and actively assists and provides direction to subordinates as required.

• Serves as the primary point of contact for all graphic development and product sustainment and interacts with client to understand project requirements, timelines, resources available, and existing assets to leverage.

• Performs QA reviews and applicable testing to ensure products meet objectives, quality standards, and program goals.

• Prepares reports, conducts briefings, and participates in technical meetings for internal and external representatives concerning specific operations.

• Serves as liaison between subordinates and program management staff, reporting status of projects, program phases, staffing, schedules, and budgets.

• Provides input to the preparation of task order proposals, business plans, work statements and specifications, operating budgets and other management work products.

NGSkills

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 14 years of direct relevant experience and a High School diploma or equivalent. 10 years with Bachelor’s degree or 8 years with Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Computer Science, or related discipline may also be considered.

• Significant exposure/experience with aspects of graphic design and development to properly direct those technical requirements for execution is required.

• Familiarity with project planning, resource allocation and budgeting, and a capability to lead a team of experienced technical illustrators and graphic designers.

• Moderate to advanced computer skills such as Adobe, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and 2D/3D graphic utility software.

• A current DoD Secret clearance.

• The ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A current TOP SECRET clearance.

• Experience leading or supervising a technical team.

• Proficiency in data development, electronic technical publications, training development, or graphic illustrations.

• Experience with IsoDraw, CATIA V5, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D media development software (SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Author/Right Hemisphere, 3D Studio Max, 3DVIA Composer, or Solidworks).

Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00

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.

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. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.