U109 Aircraft Spare Parts Specialist - 1st Shift - R10215126

U109 Aircraft Spare Parts Specialist – 1st Shift – R

Northrop Grumman is seeking an aircraft spare parts specialist to support flight test operations within the Mission Systems Organization, located in Linthicum, Maryland.

Location: Linthicum, Maryland

Shift: 1st Shift

Relocation assistance:
No relocation assistance available

Clearance type:
None

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time

We empower employees to work on revolutionary systems that impact lives worldwide. As a part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you will help maintain and procure critical aircraft parts, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and meeting strict flight schedules.

• Receive and process procurement requests for aircraft parts, ground support equipment, and maintenance spares from government and commercial sources.
• Establish and maintain inventory levels for aircraft spares, hardware, and expendables, coordinating yearly Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) inventories.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, blanket orders, and “L” orders; use the Inventory Locator System and vendor contacts to secure parts at the best price and delivery terms.
• Maintain accurate procurement logs per aircraft and per charge number to support audit requirements and budgeting.
• Identify potential problems, advise supervisors, and recommend alternative solutions when necessary.

Determine availability of needed GFE spares, place and expedite orders, and consult Contracts Administration on procurement and disposition matters. Assist lower classified personnel as needed.

This is a SEA Union represented position.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Four years of storeroom‑related work handling FAA‑certified aircraft parts and material.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Current experience in the aviation field (within the last two years) and proficiency with a Computerized Aircraft Maintenance Program Inventory software package.

The application period for the position is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, but may be shortened or extended based on business needs.

Senior level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Sales and Business Development

Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make hiring 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 full EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit  U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and other restricted positions.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter using the official Northrop Grumman application portal. Referrals increase your chances of interview.