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Manager Supply Chain Programs 3

Palmdale, California, United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Palmdale, CA.

The position will lead integration for the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization supporting a program division within Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems and will report directly to the VP of Supply Chain. Responsible and accountable for GSC integration with overall scaling activities across the program, which includes ramp initiatives, NCTA and capital projects, and affordability efforts. This role will also be responsible for developing and implementing synchronized GSC strategies for all sites with regards to rate readiness. Serves as the senior GSC leader to work horizontally across all functions to ensure alignment with key objectives.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. 

Execution:

  • Key leadership interface for program and functional senior leadership
  • Responsible and accountable for GSC integration with scaling efforts for all sites
  • Provides leadership for the GSC organization in a matrixed environment, ensuring strategies and plans are aligned with business objectives
  • Leads GSC rhythm to optimize visibility and ensure timely communication
  • Will participate in cross-functional meetings, collaborating on solution sets

Basic Qualifications: 

  • Bachelors degree with 7 years of experience in supply chain management, program management, operations, business management or related field, Masters degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, program management, operations, business management or related field, or high school diploma/equivalent with 11 years of experience in supply chain management, program management, operations, business management or related field
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
  • Experience leading in a matrixed environment
  • Aerospace & Defense (A&D) experience
  • Current active U.S. Government Secret clearance

  • Ability to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree
  • Project Management expertise with integration toolset
  • Experience with business case development and execution
  • Extensive program management experience
  • Solid understanding of supply chain processes

Primary Level Salary Range: $175,400.00 - $263,200.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the United States, building advanced systems across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. The company is known for some of the most complex defense programs in the world, including stealth aircraft, autonomous systems, missile defense technologies, satellites, and space-based intelligence platforms that support U.S. national security operations.

For job seekers, Northrop Grumman offers careers across a wide range of high-impact fields including aerospace engineering, software development, cybersecurity, systems engineering, manufacturing, program management, and intelligence support. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on mission-critical systems that directly support the Department of Defense and intelligence community. Many roles involve long-term programs with significant technical depth and real-world operational impact.

Unlike smaller defense startups focused on narrow capabilities, Northrop Grumman operates across multiple major mission areas, giving employees exposure to highly advanced programs such as stealth platforms, space systems, autonomous vehicles, and next-generation command-and-control systems. The company is also a major leader in classified space and intelligence systems, where cutting-edge engineering and secure infrastructure play a critical role in national defense.

As global competition in space, cyber, and advanced military systems continues to intensify, Northrop Grumman remains one of the most strategically important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking stable, highly technical careers with long-term impact on national security, Northrop Grumman continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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