Principal Logistics Management Analyst

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Ridgecrest, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Advanced Weapons seeks a Logistics Management Analyst 3 to optimize the defense supply chain for the Northridge, CA area. The role requires on-site work and a Secret clearance, with responsibilities spanning provisioning, asset tracking, and regulatory compliance.

The position entails collaboration with engineering, procurement, and government stakeholders to deliver mission-critical projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field with 5+ years logistics experience; MS degree requires 3 years; 9 years in lieu of degree.
• Hands-on experience with DoD logistics databases or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Asset & property accountability and lifecycle tracking of government property.
• Conduct inventory, distribution, and network studies to optimize delivery.
• Generate daily performance metrics and dashboards from military data.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DoD instructions, and shipping guidelines.
• Draft FLIPL packets for missing/damaged equipment.
• Coordinate with external units, freight forwarders, and internal teams.

Skills

Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Data visualization

DoD logistics databases

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, or equivalent

Tools

DoD logistics databases

ERP systems

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Advanced Weapons is seeking a data-driven Logistics Management Analyst 3 to join our team. The Logistics Management Analyst 3 will be responsible for optimization of our defense supply chain that supports defense and government program execution for Northridge, CA location.

This position is required to be full-time, on-site between the Northridg e , CA location s . No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have the ability to obtain a US Department of War (DoW) Secret C lear ance .

As the Logistics Management Analyst 3 , you will analyze day-to-day provisioning, track critical military assets, and ensure compliance with strict federal regulations. You will collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, and government stakeholders to deliver mission-critical defense projects on time and within budget.

Core Responsibilities

• Asset & Property Accountability: Manage Accountable Property Systems of Record (APSR) to oversee lifecycle tracking, cyclic inventories, and the disposition of government-furnished property.

• Supply Chain Analysis: Conduct complex inventory, distribution, and network studies to identify bottlenecks and develop cost-effective delivery strategies.

• Data & Reporting: Extract data from military transportation and business intelligence systems to generate daily performance metrics, reports, and dashboards.

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD) instructions, and international shipping guidelines.

• Investigation & Documentation: Research and draft Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) packets for missing or damaged military equipment.

• Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the logistics point of contact for external military units, freight forwarders, and internal program management teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, or equivalent with 5+ years of logistics experience, preferably within a defense contracting or military supply room environment. 3 years of experience are required with a MS degree. 9 years of experience are required in lieu of a formal degree.

• Hands-on experience with DoD logistics and accounting databases or equivalent ERP networks

• Strong knowledge of Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.

• Experience generating and processing standard military documentation (e.g., DD1149, DD1348, DD250).

• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and work in varied environments, including non-climate-controlled warehouses

• Ability to obtain a US Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance.

• Comprehensive, working knowledge of FAR and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) protocols.

• Professional certifications such as Certified in Production and Inventory Management ( CPIM ) or Lean Six Sigma.

• HAZMAT / HAZWOPER certifications.

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00

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.

Job Category: Technical Support