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El Segundo, United States
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Project Management position with manufacturing knowledge and technical influence to join our qualified and diverse team in El Segundo, CA.
This role of Principal Project Management requires candidate to have direct manufacturing experience and technical aptitude. Position requires candidate to assist in development and execution of all spare’s solicitation orders and subsequent awards (e.g., Minor Spares, Standalone Spares, Service Life Mod Spares, and Performance Based Logistics Spares). Candidate will be accountable to provide technical guidance, along with helping oversee and manage all aspects of the proposal and execution process. This requires candidate to assist the Support Hardware Manager, acting as the technical resource and focal point in executing the spares orders, interfacing with all other Program functions that support the timely award, execution and successful delivery of all spare orders (e.g., Contracts, Business Management, Pricing, Operations, Global Supply Chain, Engineering, Goods Movement, Quality, and Pack / Ship). In addition, candidate must be able to provide support for rapid manufacturing efforts, determine required parts configuration through available analytical tools, and coordinate the expediting of parts and technical support. Candidate must be able to develop and provide recommendations for additional efficiencies, leverage manufacturing and supplier/OEM experience, and act as the conduit for logistics and engineering elements. Candidate must be a self-starter and be able to work independently with minimal direction and possess hands on experience interpreting technical data along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills aligned with senior professional classification.
The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
5 years of experience supporting sustainment / manufacturing OR 3 years’ experience with a master’s degree
Intermediate proficiency using SAP/MRP and shop floor status / management tools
Demonstrated proficiency with Hornet View or equivalent Model Based Engineering tools
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and Visio)
Demonstrated understanding of spares provisioning and applicability of correct configuration of parts to jet effectivity and field installation.
Your ability to obtain or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated DoD Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Preferred Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge and use of Business System- SAP (ERP1) demand and execution management
Thorough understanding of MES or similar shopfloor management tool
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and Visio)
Ability to interpret both 2D and 3D engineering drawings and use of Process Specifications to advance successful proposals
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) concepts to adjudicate fabrication risks when proposing statement of work and/or constraints when awarded
Programming / database ability that lend to enhancing reports to leadership
Prior experience with supporting fighter jet platform and its sustainment needs
At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.
Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.
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