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Supply Chain Planning Specialist Level 1 or 2 Palmdale CA


Job Location:

Palmdale, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 75800 - 113800
Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
Description
At Northrop Grumman our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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 theyre 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 peoples 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 theyre 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 worlds 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.


Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Associate Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 1)

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or 4 years of experience with a HS diploma in lieu of degree. Experience must be in supply chain procurement logistics or another relevant field.
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 U.S Government Secret Clearance 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:

Bachelors 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.

Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 2)

Basic Qualifications:

2 years of experience with a bachelors degree or a masters degree or 6 years of experience with a HS diploma in lieu of degree. Experience must be in supply chain procurement logistics or another relevant field.
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 U.S Government Secret Clearance 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:

Bachelors 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: $63000.00 - $94600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $75800.00 - $113800.00
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 candidates experience education skills and current market conditions.

Required Experience:

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