Compensation

$89,400–$155,400/year

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Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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 Defense Systems is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Principal Environmental Engineer to join our Sector EHS team. This position can be located at our Roy, UT; McLean, Virginia; or Huntsville, AL location. This role is focused on executing a data-driven approach to achieving sustainability goals which include Net Zero, reducing the Company’s environmental impact, and stakeholder engagement on sustainability topics.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Owning the data management systems required for the environmental performance metrics, including waste diversion data, water usage, utility data, etc. for the sector;
  • Leading the analysis of sector data to identify and resolve anomalies, forecast future usage, and identify opportunities based on data trends
  • Supporting sector sustainability strategy and initiatives
  • Conducting all aspects of data and metrics reporting to the Corporate Sustainability team
  • Identifying and executing process improvements to effectively manage data and implement strategy

Basic Qualifications for Principal

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline and at least 5 years of related experience OR 3 years of experience with a Master’s degree
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in a data analysis role or related professional experience with energy reduction projects
  • At least 2 years of professional experience with use of and development of models within data visualization platforms
  • High proficiency with data management and manipulation
  • Ability to work well and develop relationships with other disciplines at the site
  • Highly self-motivated with ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and communicate changing priorities
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance as well as the ability to obtain/maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

· Professional experience with Power BI

· Experience with electrification and decarbonization initiatives

· Experience with sustainability topics such as energy management, renewable energy, waste management, water management, life cycle assessments, or product stewardship

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $155,400.00

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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Job Details

Category
Business & Finance
Employment Type
Full time
Location
Roy; United States-Virginia-McLean; United States-Alabama-Huntsville, UT, United States
Posted
Jan 18, 2026, 07:00 PM
Listed
Jan 19, 2026, 09:26 AM
Compensation
$89,400 - $155,400 per year

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