Principal Logistics Planner

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Logistics Planner for our Transport Contractor Logistics Support program. The Logistics Planner will provide material control and spare analysis, supply chain support obsolescence and risk assessment issues. This position manages Northrop Grumman and Government’s Equipment and supply to field sites and works hand-in-hand with engineering, production, procurement, and the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer).

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Logistics Planner to join our team supporting our Transport CLS program. The position is based at a facility in Huntsville, AL.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze technical data and reports to determine spares and support equipment provisioning requirements.
• Review spare and equipment depletion analysis to provide specific recommendations for spare/repair parts and support equipment positioning.
• Forecast and manage budget systems as requested.
• Consistently monitor inventory and material allocations for accuracy.
• Generate inventory reports on stock usage, location changes, and core tracking; including Return Material Authorizations (RMA) Identify and manage component hardware and software configurations.
• Initiate material procurement and manage procurement processing.
• Monitor equipment for DMSMS/Obsolescence issues.
• Coordinate processing of Jurisdiction Classification Requests (JCR) for import/export of equipment IAW United States Munitions List (USML) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Manage and control the asset location and allocation of customer inventories and other related Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE).
• Maintains property accountability records and determines condition and arranges disposal of surplus or obsolete material or equipment.
• Conduct internal and external property assessments and analyze results for financial and operational purposes; provide guidance on contracts and regulations pertaining to property life-cycle management.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 6 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree OR 10 years in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Good communication and analytical skills
• Good organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present data and analysis results to leadership and teammates
• Secret Clearance not required to start. Must be able to meet the DoD requirements to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working with Aircraft Maintenance and Parts Manuals. 
• Experience procuring goods and services for aircraft fleet maintenance. 
• DOD customer experience      
• Logistics experience with USAF DoD systems
• Knowledge and understanding of Government and Contractor Property program in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) Knowledge of Operating Government systems.

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Salary Range: $71,400 USD - $107,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.