Principal Manufacturing Analyst

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 9/7/2025 6:10:10 AM

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Current Days Open
4
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$91,200.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$136,800.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
12.5
First Seen
9/4/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$91,200.00 (Yearly)
9/7/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$141,200.00 (Yearly)
7/15/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. 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 Bachelors 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. Primary 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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