Principal Facilities Planner
Northrop Grumman
- Location
- United States Virginia Dulles
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Principal
- Sponsorship
- Sponsors visa
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
Skills
About this role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Principal Facilities Planner – Level 3 to join our team in Dulles, VA . As a Principal Facilities Planner you act as primary contact for facilities department for all space requests, coordinating efforts with different teams and stakeholders, and leading projects on design concept and implementation. You will also create graphic communication documents to communicate ideas, scopes of work, material specifications and floor utilization plans. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees and manages the facilities projects and space planning activities and serves as liaison between leadership, Business Unit, Program, and other customers. Supports space planning efforts as a primary contact for any office space requests. Manages space planning responsibilities for multiple buildings, with a variety of projects in broad range of size and scopes. Coordinates employee moves, updates Archibus system, and generates monthly reports on space utilization. Develop fit plans including current and proposed layouts of furniture with power/data requirements for design build fit outs. Coordinates, and administers hoteling offices for hybrid employees. Initiates Purchase Requisitions and tracks Purchase Orders, submittals, and Change Notices. Plan, design, and oversee the reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, structures, and other facilities. Maintains opportunity and risk register for Capex and Opex projects as needed. Produce and implement risk mitigation and schedule recovery plans as required Identifies any task that will require special inspection and coordinates with customer and contractors Acts as primary contact with Sustainability and oversees Region Sustainability Roadmap Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Space Planning, or Interior Design with 5 years of experience – OR Master’s degree with 3 years of experience – OR PhD with 1 year of experience. No clearance required to start Experience in Facilities Planning and construction processes. Experience in reading and analyzing construction documents. Experience in Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Project, etc.) Experience using CAD software. Experience using real estate asset management, and booking software such as Agile Quest, and Archibus. Strong oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Strong Problem-Solving Skills. Strong knowledge of design process and application of graphic design tools. Knowledge of design parameters and guidelines, application of Life Safety, ADA and EHS codes. Experience working with Facilities Managers, Engineers, and Project/Construction Managers. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: