Sr. Principal PLM Systems Architect - 19873*

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.   Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal PLM Systems Architect to join its team. This position is in Roy UT and will support the Sentinel program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure. What You'll Get To Do: • This role focuses on managing and optimizing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure across the Design, Built, and Delivered phases, specifically tailored for Defense System programs. • The position bridges technical execution and high-level strategy by collaborating with senior leadership and Configuration Management to align system architecture with organizational goals. • Key operational duties include leveraging internal tools (like JIRA, CPLM, and scripting) to drive process improvements and maintaining a deep, integrated understanding of how PLM, ERP, and manufacturing systems connect. • Develop comprehensive knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management infrastructure across three critical phases: As Design, As-Built, and As Delivered perspectives. • Demonstrate the ability to articulate and interpret PLM workflows while providing strategic recommendations to Defense System program managers regarding optimal business structuring methodologies and implementation rationales. • Engage in collaborative discussions with senior leadership to evaluate and implement system architecture modifications that enhance alignment with organizational business objectives. • Collaborate with Configuration Management leadership and program management teams to contribute substantive input on strategic initiatives and operational decisions. • Conduct systematic assessments of departmental objectives and identify process improvement opportunities through leveraging internal technological systems, including JIRA, CPLM, and specialized scripting languages as appropriate. • Acquire thorough understanding of the integrated architectural framework spanning Product Lifecycle Management systems, enterprise resource planning platforms, and manufacturing engineering operations. Basic Qualifica