Manufacturing Expeditor 2/3
This posting asks for U.S. citizenship.
Counts military experience: “Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) classification codes: USMC-0431 or 0411 series;” More space jobs for veterans
The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule
About the role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
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.
Job Description Template – Space Sector
Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Manufacturing Expeditor – Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team in Commerce, CA.
Northrop Grumman ISD is seeking a Manufacturing Expeditor 2/3 to join our Customer Support (CS) team. The Manufacturing Expeditor serves as the primary customer interface of the CS section, as well as the Engineering Asset Management (EAM) department, executing recall and disbursement of Measuring and Test Equipment (M&TE) with the end user and the calibration labs. Working daily with internal customers, strategic organizational partners, external vendors/suppliers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), the Manufacturing Expeditor ensures equipment is managed and transported safely, in the most effective manner possible, between customers/end-users and metrology services activities.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
In this job, you will
- Expediting, routing, and dispatching test equipment, materials and ancillary components in support of specified Areas of Operation within their purview
- Responsible for test equipment accountability, control, pick-up and delivery to and from end-users (customers)
- Consistent communication with customers for status and recall of test equipment and ancillary components
- Coordination of pick-up/deliveries and all applicable processing of and database updates in the Test Equipment Asset Management and Metrology System (TEAMMS), Calibration Management System
- Accountable for reviewing and managing workload based on daily Coordinator Performance Reports, ensuring performance metrics remain within specific thresholds
- Maintain excellent database integrity via inventory reconciliation of equipment between TEAMMS database, Pool/Stock Inventory and customer Areas of Operation
- Other duties as assigned
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for****Level 2
- High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
- No clearance required to start
- Ability to frequently move and position/reposition objects weighing up to 50lbs
- Military Logistics, Maintenance Management or Aerospace industry inventory and/or Supply Support experience required, e.g. warehousing, stockroom, customer service support
- Valid California State Driver’s License; Class C for driving NG vehicles.
- Willingness to change physical work locations based on operational need
- Candidate is expected to train for 2-weeks at NG Space Park, Redondo Beach, CA for initial training and integration prior to starting work at Commerce.
Basic Qualifications for****Level 3
- High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
- No clearance required to start
- Current/Active SCI Clearance
- Metrology and/or Calibration (M&TE) experience
- Aerospace and Defense industry experience
- Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) classification codes: USMC-0431 or 0411 series; USAAF-2S0 or SC0 series, USA 92 or 91 series
Preferred Qualifications
- Current/Active SCI Clearance
- Metrology and/or Calibration (M&TE) experience
- Aerospace and Defense industry experience
- Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) classification codes: USMC-0431 or 0411 series; USAAF-2S0 or SC0 series, USA 92 or 91 series
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Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $47,200.00 - $78,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00
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.
Copied from the listing Northrop Grumman published, verified 31 Oct 2026.
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