Description

Help Keep the KC-30A Mission-Ready and in the Air

Looking for a role where your work has a direct impact on a major Defence aviation program?

We're seeking a Logistics Assessor to join our KC-30A Supply Chain team based in Springfield. This role plays an important part in ensuring the right materials, parts and inventory are available to support aircraft operations and maintenance.

You'll work across inventory management, materials planning, forecasting, procurement support and data management, helping ensure critical components are available when needed.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Defence-specific training and development will be provided.

Why Join Us
We believe our people are our greatest advantage. That's why we invest in developing capability from within, creating opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and build long-term careers supporting some of Australia's most critical Defence programs.

You’ll Enjoy:

• Mission Impact – Help keep the KC-30A fleet mission-ready by ensuring critical parts and materials are available when needed.

• Learn From Experts – Work alongside an experienced team and gain hands-on exposure to Defence supply chain, inventory planning and forecasting.

• Career Development – Access Defence-specific training, formal qualifications, mentoring and ongoing development opportunities.

• Flexible Working – Enjoy hybrid working arrangements and a 9-day fortnight.

• Long-Term Career Growth – Build your career with a global Defence and aerospace organisation committed to developing its people.

• Purchased Annual Leave – Additional flexibility to support your work-life balance.

• Salary Packaging Benefits – Including novated car leasing and other employee benefits.

• Health & Wellbeing Support – Access programs designed to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

• Volunteer & Reservist Leave – Support the communities and causes that matter most to you.

About the Team

You'll join a highly experienced Supply Planning team supporting the KC-30A Program and working at the heart of a critical Defence aviation capability.

This opportunity has been created as part of a planned transition within the team, with a long-serving team member moving into retirement after building extensive knowledge and experience across the program. As a result, we're looking for someone who is eager to learn, develop and grow their career within Northrop Grumman Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing Logistics Assessor Assessment to initiate codification of all items expected to be required to be held in stock or purchased for the Program, both in Customer and Northrup Grumman systems.
• Cataloguing & Codification and data maintenance of all items expected to be required to be held in stock or purchased for the Program, both in Customer and Northrup Grumman systems.
• Co-ordination of enquiries and requirements between Supply Chain, Engineering and other parts of the Program and Customer were needed to interpret technical and supply data
• Maintain all applicable key data sets and system tools to effectively promote system health in both NG and CoA tool sets.
• Work directly with Supply Planners to develop practical experience in part forecasting and supply planning.
• Assist with developing and maintaining KC-30A demand forecasts.
• Analyse historical consumption, inventory levels, maintenance requirements, and emerging demand.
• Support the identification of potential shortages, supply risks and future material requirements.

About You
You'll bring:

• The ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA security clearance at NV1.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn new skills and take ownership of your work.
• The ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including technical and operational teams.
• Experience in coding, codification, cataloguing or material master data management. (Highly regarded)
• Exposure to SAP or other ERP systems. (Highly regarded)

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply now and help build what's next at Northrop Grumman Australia.

Everyone Matters 
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification. 

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