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CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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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.

The Aeronautics Systems Global Supply Chain organization is dedicated to the most trusted, innovative, world class supply chain organization that provides values to our customers by empowering GSC team members to be agile while maintaining a competitive posture, ensuring confidence and continued award placement.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of 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.

Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located in Palmdale, CA.

· 1st shift, 4/10s schedule Monday – Thursday

· Position is in-office, unable to accommodate a telecommute/hybrid schedule.

Essential Functions:

• Defines and develops material strategy.
• Responsible for the assessment of supply chain resources; aggregates and prioritizes demand requirements.
• Develops, coordinates, and executes material forecasting and delivery schedule.
• Participates in make/buy process, long-term capacity and resource planning; product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management and product-line management.
• Lead affordability, cost savings, and/or process improvement strategies
• Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools.
• Monitors inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements.
• Creates/reduces supply requirements based on inventory adjustments.
• Participates in long-term capacity and resource planning to ensure proper scheduling of new product line phase-ins as well as existing product line phase-outs.
• Interfaces with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital and other areas as needed.
• Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts.
• Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
• Supports manufacturing production line, providing planned and unplanned requirements in an expedited manner.
• Collaborate cross functionally with supplier quality, engineering, quality, production and other support functions.
• Prioritize and communicate impacts of current and potential material shortages.

Basic Qualifications:

Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 2):

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of supply chain and/or material planning experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment OR a masters degree

• 6 years of supply chain and/or materials planning experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite with an emphasis on Excel and Power Point

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must have developed organizational skills and the ability to handle multi-tasking.

• Self-motivated and able to work as a teammate and independently.

• Ability to perform 50% desk work and 50% production floor integration responsibilities with the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Active DOD Secret Clearance with investigation completed in the last 5 years (to apply/start) with the ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).

Basic Qualifications: Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 3):

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience OR a master's degree and 3 years' experience in supply chain and/or material planning in a manufacturing or aerospace environment

• 9 years of supply chain and/or material planning experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment may be considered in lieu of degree

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite with an emphasis on Excel and Power Point

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must have developed organizational skills and the ability to handle multi-tasking.

• Self-motivated and able to work as a teammate and independently.

• Ability to perform 50% desk work and 50% production floor integration responsibilities with the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Active DOD Secret Clearance with investigation completed in the last 5 years (to apply/start) with the ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution.
• Experience with ERP system, specifically SAP desired.
• Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing.
• MES Program Experience.
• Experience working knowledge in production planning process.
• Working knowledge with Total Quality Management and/or, Procurement, and/or Supplier Quality Assurance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00

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.