Associate Manufacturing Analyst / Manufacturing Analyst

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required: No. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of time. Location: Palmdale, CA. Overview Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Manufacturing Analyst (Associate Manufacturing Analyst or Manufacturing Analyst) to join our Manufacturing Engineering / Tooling organization. The role involves structuring and maintaining bill of materials, developing work instructions, implementing sequences of operations, and supporting production, business, and cross‑functional processes. Responsibilities Key duties include: Structuring and maintaining bill of material and production planning. Developing and maintaining work instructions, including 3‑D visual instructions. Implementing detailed sequence of operations and specifying procedures for product builds. Investigating and initiating corrective actions and improvements related to work instructions. Identifying improvement opportunities through sequence optimization in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering. Supporting production, business, and other cross‑functional areas such as continuous improvement, material management, and process optimization. Acting as the production focal point for management of bill of material and production planning within the aerospace sector. Project Management Duties Oversee and manage all phases of projects and serve as liaison between NGC stakeholders and suppliers. Review project status and manage schedules. Prepare, provide, maintain, and present project status.Create presentations. Core Competencies Manufacturing Methods: Knowledge of manufacturing methods and fabrication processes, selection of best methods for parts, tools, or assemblies, and verifiable performance record in assembly line operations. Project Management: Successful project management and leadership experience, coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers. Basic Qualifications for Associate Manufacturing Analyst Bachelor’s degree with 0 years of experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and Special Program access within a reasonable period. Ability to work any shift. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Highly detail‑oriented, organized, proactive, and a skilled communicator. Support 10% overtime as required. Travel at least 10% of time. Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Analyst Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience OR Master’s degree with 0 years of experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and Special Program access within a reasonable period. Ability to work any shift. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Highly detail‑oriented, organized, proactive, and a skilled communicator. Support 10% overtime as required. Travel at least 10% of time. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience in an engineering environment. Experience with MS Project. Salary Primary Level: $63,000 – $94,600. Secondary Level: $75,800 – $113,800. Salary determined by responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Benefits Eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation and personal business. Equal Opportunity Employer Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the full EEO and pay transparency statement, visit U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)