Key Responsibilities:

Leads the inspection team to ensure timely inspections and team collaboration along with working closely with operations
* Interfaces with program managers, operations, engineering, customer, DCMA, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.
* Manage a team of quality inspectors who are responsible for the following:
Simple and complex inspections
* Simple spot audits for the floor including (but not limited to) FOD, freezers, flammable cabinets, ATAF (all tools accounted for), etc.
* Processing of MRB nonconformance's and directing rework operations
* Support operations with the First Inspector Program

* Maintains the level of quality and part traceability throughout the product life cycle.
* Conducts formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the product development/manufacturing life cycle.
* Supports First Article Inspection (FAI) process that conforms to AS9103.
* Investigates problems and assists in dispositions of non-conforming hardware.
* Assumes responsibility for timely and effective corrective actions.
Basic Qualifications:

HS Diploma and 9 or more years of related technical experience in Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing industries in a Quality Environment or a Bachelors degree and 4 or more years of related technical experience in Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing industries in a Quality Environment
* Must have 2 years or more of prior management/leadership experience.
* Must have experience working high volume production programs (more than 200 units over the program of record) with knowledge and understanding of Continuous Process Improvement
* Must have ability to obtain and maintain DoD with the ability to obtain PAR (Special Program Access)
* Must be able to work any Shift
Preferred Qualifications:

Current DoD Clearance and Program Access
* Background in Composites
* SME on core, laminates and bonded ASSY.
* Proficient in GD&T, MES, MESX, TipQA, CPLM, TCUA. AS9100, QMS.
* Quality/Mission Assurance and/or process knowledge and understanding
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Quality/Mission Assurance and/or Process experience
* Good understanding of AS9100, AS9102, AS9103 and NADCAP.
* Must have the ability to work well and interface with all departments on the program.
* SME regarding Inspection of Bonded Assemblies both low temperature and extremely complex high temperature parts
* Solid working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint (ability to create and edit deliverables)
* Aerospace manufacturing experience
* Ability to read and interpret GD&T drawings
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing:upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Salary Range: *$118,000 - $177,000
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.