Job Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Analyst. This position will be located at our site in Palmdale, CA.

We seek Manufacturing Analysts that use a unique skill set that includes a hands-on approach and act as the production focal point for management.  The selected candidate would be responsible to aid tool creation/continuous improvements for front line leaders, CAMs and senior level leaders throughout the production IPT.  Performs projects and analysis that directly support program financials and execution.  such as but not limited to rates of return, depreciation, working capital, investments, CPI/SPI analysis, projects deemed necessary for program execution and financial comparisons by analysis of profit and loss statements and income statements. Prepares reports of findings and recommendations to management. Develops, maintains, and establishes financial review agenda considering such things as information flow, volume, and document format for data processing for program leadership. May provide analysis on business development and may monitor business performance by IPT.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will support production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment. Other duties may include:

• Supports production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment.

• Performs activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including production planning and control, total quality management, systems, manufacturing, equipment and facilities engineering, material management, and process reengineering.

• The incumbent may facilitate self-directed work teams, provide training in core skill areas to teams and peers, and interact with internal and external customers with respect to product planning, problem resolution, and process improvement.

• Incumbents are generally experienced in one or more areas of manufacturing operations.

We offer flexible work arrangements, varying work shifts, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This position can be filled at varying shift times. Shift differential will be paid during eligible shifts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years in manufacturing, engineering, production or inventory control; Master's Degree with 3 years in manufacturing, engineering, production or inventory control.

• Must have an active DOD Secret level clearance, and the ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

• Clear understanding of EVMS

• Ability to work any shift depending on business needs

Preferred Qualifications:             

• Previous leadership experience

• Previous OPM experience

• Composites knowledge (i.e. hand layup, automated layup, cure experience, and/or machining experience)

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in an engineering environment.

• SAP knowledge or experience.