Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 sector is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist or a Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position may be based in Palmdale, CA.

About Aeronautics Systems Global Supply Chain

The Aeronautics Systems Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization is committed to being a trusted, innovative, world-class supply chain that delivers value to our customers. We empower our GSC team members to be agile while maintaining a competitive posture, ensuring customer confidence and continued award placement.

At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives today and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, advances human discovery, and deepens our understanding of the universe. We look for people with bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to help us invent the future—and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. Our employees are not only part of history; they’re making history.

Join Northrop Grumman on our mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. You’ll join a team of passionate professionals delivering real-world solutions to some of the world’s toughest challenges. We take pride in meaningful work and in giving our employees opportunities to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we offer the right opportunities to fit your life and launch or advance your career.

• Location: Palmdale, CA
• Schedule: 9/80 work schedule – every other Friday OFF; no telework available
• Organization: Global Supply Chain

Responsibilities include:

• Define and develop material strategies to support program and production needs.
• Assess supply chain resources; aggregate and prioritize demand requirements.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute material forecasts and delivery schedules.
• Participate in make/buy decisions, long‑term capacity and resource planning, product phase‑in/phase‑out, manufacturing ramp‑up, end‑of‑life and product-line management.
• Lead affordability, cost‑savings, and/or process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and meet manufacturing and test schedules.
• Analyze purchase material supply/demand positions using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools.
• Analyze lead times and identify critical‑path procurements.
• Work with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery at required quality levels for critical components.
• Prioritize and communicate impacts of current and potential material shortages.

Basic Qualifications (Level 4):

• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access
• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years combined experience in Goods Movement, Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, Logistics, Planning, or Project Management
  – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years combined experience in Goods Movement, Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, Logistics, Planning, or Project Management
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems and experience working with and analyzing large data sets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project)

Preferred Qualifications (Level 4):

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with supplier management
• Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to present information in an organized and effective manner
• Advanced knowledge of SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems and complex data analysis
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings
• Experience supporting proposal activities (roles and responsibilities)
• Experience with SAP MES or similar manufacturing execution systems
• Material management experience
• People leadership experience and familiarity with DoD operations

What We Offer

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation, building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs creates multiple paths to grow your career. We are well known for our inclusive, family‑like environment, outstanding learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer:

• Competitive pay
• Exceptional health and wellness benefits
• A strong 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company‑paid holidays

Salary Range:
 

The above salary range is a general guideline. Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when extending an offer, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s experience, education, and skills, as well as current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director roles may be eligible for long‑term incentives. Northrop Grumman also provides a variety of benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

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.

Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.