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Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman Systems

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Sunnyvale, CA · Posted October 22, 2026

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 Mission Systems has an opening for a Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals in our Sunnyvale, CA location supporting the Columbia Turbine Generator program portfolio. The preferred candidate will need to work onsite at our facility located in Sunnyvale, CA. This represents an incredible opportunity for an individual to work hand-in-hand with program managers, contracts, operations, business management, quality and engineering! The selected individual should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.

This position can be hired as a Principal or Sr Principal level.

Responsibilities:

Develops supply chain strategy and leads activities for GSC in all phases of the Northrop Grumman’s program and proposal execution.

Manages the GSC scope for multifaceted program(s), and proposals through close-out. Coordinates interdepartmental activity, directs communication, coordinates with suppliers, and integrates efforts across all GSC functions.

Coordinates cross-functionally (with all program functions) to ensure supply chain commitments are met and that appropriate integrated mitigation or opportunity plans are developed and executed.

Leads supply chain execution and is accountable for horizontal and vertical integration, resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity and issue management, supplier performance, and issue resolution.

Aligns project scope and deliverables with customer requirements and works closely with the technical community.

Demonstrates problem solving skills in supply chain, business management, operations, logistics, engineering, or program management.

Briefs the GSCPM on the status and issues affecting program performance: Cost, risks and opportunities, and schedule.

Will be involved in special projects and continuous improvement activities.

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Basic Qualifications for the Principal:

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain/business management or Master’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain or business management

Experience with ERP systems

US Citizen

Ability to obtain and maintain a secret government clearance

Preferred Qualifications for the Principal:

Active government Secret Security clearance

Experience in Earned Value Management Systems

ASCM/APICS Supply Chain Certifications

Basic Qualifications for the Sr Principal:

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain/business management or Master’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain or business management

Experience with ERP systems

US Citizen

Ability to obtain and maintain a secret government clearance

Preferred Qualifications for the Sr Principal:

Active government Secret Security clearance

Experience in Earned Value Management Systems

ASCM/APICS Supply Chain Certifications

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.