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.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nations military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grummans 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last6 months of service, for up to180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. ?SkillBridge participants arenot eligible for compensationfrom Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits asActive-duty service members.

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Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge)utilizingthe DoDI guidance forSkillbridge. During thisprogramthe service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals,Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

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Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the lastportion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

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Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission Defining Possible on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

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Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

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DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

?- Has served at least 180 days on active duty ?- Is within 12 months of separation or retirement ?- Will receive an honorable discharge ?- Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS ?- Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months ?- Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of whats possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, youll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grummans Defense Systemssector is currently seeking anAssociateSupply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 1)to supporton-siteat ourRocket Center, West Virginialocation.

Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access to major cities along the east coast - this area has a lot to offer!

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The Supply Chain Planning Specialist will have complete program responsibility and authority to manage all program subcontracts, materials and services. The successful candidate will manage the definition of program outsourcing requirements and will lead the integrated program team (IPT) and direct functional organizations to achieve material-related program objectives (cost, schedule, quality), while managing and communicating material risks and opportunities.

Job Duties:

• Help define and develop material strategy

• Participate in make/buy process, capacity planning, and resource planning; product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, product end-of-life management

• Analyze purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools

• Understand inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements

• Receive and review requirements for non-standard parts. Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements

• Act as one the Program facing liaisons for the Global Supply chain team

• Competitive and non-competitive sourcing approaches, requests for quotes

• Solicitation bid packages strategies, targeting optimized pricing through volume

• Source selections in a competitive environment and participate in proposal activities

• Understand and evaluate multiple supplier proposals to place compliant purchase orders

• Extract, monitor, analyze and validate data and information from multiple sources

• Develop engaging and collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal partners / customers to drive problem resolution

• Help GSC management understand and explain material forecasts

• Participate in Agile environment teams to drive Change Request updates to TDP

• Candidates must be able to make sound and independent decisions in a timely manner, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by regulated industry, including Aerospace and Defense

Basic Qualifications for Associate Supply Chain Planni