Senior Principal Engineer – Environmental

Northrop Grumman

. Provide consultation and strategic advice to management and internal stakeholders (including legal and real estate) concerning complex environmental risk assessments and liability management within the portfolio.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRedondo Beach • California, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $129,300 - $193,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide consultation and strategic advice to management and internal stakeholders (including legal and real estate) concerning complex environmental risk assessments and liability management within the portfolio.
Direct, review, and guide technical implementation of remedial activities (including site assessment, investigation/characterization, remediation (selection, design, and implementation), long-term operation, maintenance and monitoring, and closure to ensure project success.
Develop project-specific scope, manage the selection process for contractors and consultants to align with project budgets and objectives, and oversee work execution.
Oversee contracts, scope, budgets, and schedules for assigned projects.
Oversee purchase requisition and invoice approval processes.
Provide input on quarterly financial and performance reviews.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory programs and environmental health and safety requirements (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA, OSHA, etc.)
Negotiate with regulatory agencies and key stakeholders to achieve optimal resolutions to ensure compliance, minimize liabilities, and align with the company’s goals and objectives.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on project status and milestones.
Review project status and technical and cost performance.
Assess project issues and develop solutions.
Implement sustainable remediation practices where applicable.
Ability to travel up to 25% on an annual basis.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of experience in the field of environmental remediation OR Master’s Degree and 6+ years of experience in the field of environmental remediation OR 4+ years with PhD in the field of environmental remediation.
Required experience includes at least a BS degree from an accredited institution with a focus in an engineering field (including environmental, chemical, civil, and mechanical) or relevant science field (including hydrology, geology, and environmental science).
Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation is preferred.
Strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations at state, provincial, and federal levels.
Expert knowledge and experience in site assessment and remediation technologies with a focus on soil, soil vapor, and groundwater contamination.
Proficiency in environmental risk assessment and management practices.
Proven environmental remediation savvy and application.
Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

environmental remediationsite assessmentremediation technologiesenvironmental risk assessmentsoil contaminationgroundwater contaminationproject managementcontract managementbudget managementsustainable remediation practices

Soft Skills

communicationnegotiationproblem-solvingstakeholder managementstrategic adviceleadershiporganizational skillstechnical presentationcollaborationperformance review

Certifications

Professional Geologist (PG)Professional Engineer (PE)