Role and Responsibilities:
* Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
* The Quality Engineer develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product.
* Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality issues are addressed through MRB and that production is supported.
* Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts quality assurance tests; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.
* Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.
* Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
* Applies lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies in support of production Continuous Improvement activities.
This position can be hired at level 2 or the Principal level 3.
Basic Qualifications Engineer Quality:

Bachelor's degree in a related STEM field and 2+ years of experience in a quality assurance, mission assurance, or related engineering role.
* Must be familiar with standard Visual and Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
* Experience in reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and familiarity with GD&T
* Experience participating in root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) activities
* Good computer skills: Proficiency in use of Microsoft Windows, Powerpoint, and Excel
* Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (US Citizenship required).
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using SAP in a manufacturing environment
* Familiarity with standard inspection and non-destructive testing techniques and tools in a fabrication, machining, and assembly environment.
* Expertise in reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T
* Experience developing, collecting, and analyzing metrics.
* Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective action activities
* Experience planning and managing projects
* Experience conducting or managing internal audits
* Experience in an ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management System Environment
* Experience working on DOD contracts and on Supplier Quality efforts
Basic Qualifications Principal Engineer Quality:

Bachelor's degree in a related STEM field and 5+ years of experience in a quality assurance, mission assurance, or related engineering role.
* Must be familiar with standard Visual and Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
* Experience in reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and familiarity with GD&T
* Experience participating in root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) activities
* Good computer skills: Proficiency in use of of Microsoft Windows, Powerpoint, and Excel
* Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (US Citizenship required).
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using SAP in a manufacturing environment
* Familiarity with standard inspection and non-destructive testing techniques and tools in a fabrication, machining, and assembly environment.
* Expertise in reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T
* Experience developing, collecting, and analyzing metrics.
* Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective action activities
* Experience planning and managing projects
* Experience conducting or managing internal audits
* Experience in an ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management System Environment
* Experience working on DOD contracts and on Supplier Quality efforts
Salary Range: $79,300 - $118,900
Salary Range 2: $97,500 - $146,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.