Principal Manufacturing Analyst (Level 3)

Northrop Grumman•Chandler, AZ

1d•$81,400 - $122,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Analyst – Level 3 to join our team in Chandler, AZ supporting the Thermal Protection Systems and Major Subsystems work cells. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Relocation assistance is not available. The Principal Manufacturing Analyst is responsible for the safe, efficient, and productive daily operation of the factory floor. This role leads production teams, coordinates staffing and schedules, monitors equipment and materials, and ensures that production targets are met while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, cost, and delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance which typically requires U.S. Citizenship
Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement
Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands

Nice To Haves

Active U.S. Government Clearance of Secret or higher
Manufacturing experience of defense related products
Continuous improvement techniques – Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN, Red X, etc.
Experience with data mining/manipulation & presentation

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day production activities across assigned manufacturing areas and shifts.
Ensure production schedules are executed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Monitor daily output, labor utilization, downtime, scrap, quality performance, and other key production metrics.
Adjust priorities and production plans as needed to address changing demand, equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns.
Conduct daily production meetings and communicate priorities, performance expectations, and operational updates to supervisors and team members.