
Manufacturing Analyst
Job Description
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 Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking am Manufacturing Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in El Segundo, CA where technology and teamwork come together. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Engineering / Tooling organization working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment.
Manufacturing Analyst job duties involve the following: structuring and maintaining bill of material, develop and maintain work instructions (including 3D visual work instructions) that meet manufacturing processes and procedures that are in compliance with customer requirements, implement detailed sequence of operations and specify procedures needed for product builds, investigate and initiate corrective actions and improvements relating to work instructions and identify improvement opportunities through sequence optimization with Manufacturing Engineering concurrence. Supports production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment. Performs activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including production planning, continuous improvement, material management, process optimization and liaison. We seek Manufacturing Analysts that use a unique skill set that includes a hands-on approach and act as the production focal point for management of bill of material and production planning within the Aerospace sector. Supports production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment. Performs activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including production planning and control, total quality management, systems, manufacturing, equipment and facilities engineering, material management, and process reengineering. The incumbent may facilitate self-directed work teams, provide training in core skill areas to teams and peers, and interact with internal and external customers with respect to product planning, problem resolution, and process improvement. Incumbents are generally experienced in one or more areas of manufacturing operations.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Oversees and manages all phases of projects and serves as a liaison between NGC stakeholders and suppliers.
- Reviews status of projects and manages schedules
- Prepare, provide, maintain, and present project status
- Create presentations
Core Competencies
- Manufacturing Methods - Knowledge of manufacturing, methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, machines/machine tools, cutting tools and fluids, N/C programming, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems). Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies. Verifiable performance record that includes the various aspects of assembly line operation
- Project Management - Successful project management and leadership experience. Coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers, both internal and external.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree with 1 years 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 of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
- Ability to work first shift
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Must be highly detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and a skilled communicator, creating schedules for the team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in an engineering environment
- Experience with MS Project
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Job Details
- Category
- Manufacturing
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Apr 29, 2026, 02:23 PM
- Compensation
- $75,800 - $113,800 per year
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