Primary Responsibilities

Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product
* Assesses program performance and risks related to quality requirements to ensure contractual requirements are met
* Review and assess contractual requirements for applicability.
* Perform cost account management-related activities on programs supporting
* Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with customers
* Collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions to ensure quality standards are in place and met
* Support program gate reviews as required
* 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.
* Work from engineering drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, inspection instructions, and checklists to ensure items meet required specifications and quality standards
* Initiate Corrective Action Plans and work with suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering personnel to identify the root cause and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented.
* Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
* Applies technical knowledge in industry-standard quality engineering methods, interpretation of drawing requirements and applicable specifications & standards, and mechanical measurement & analysis
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Basic Qualifications Level 3:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related STEM field with 5 Years experience; 3 Years experience with Masters; 1 Year experience with PhD.
* Experience in written and verbal technical communication skills
* Experience interpersonal skills - including the ability to establish and maintain a positive working relationship with stakeholders and customers at all levels, ranging from conversations on the shop floor to briefing senior management
* Experience with Quality Management Systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.)
* Understanding of risk management principles and contractual requirement review
* Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
* US Citizenship Required.
Basic Qualifications Level 4:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related STEM field with 8 Years experience; 6 Years experience with Masters; 4 Years experience with PhD.
* Experience in written and verbal technical communication skills
* Experience interpersonal skills - including the ability to establish and maintain a positive working relationship with stakeholders and customers at all levels, ranging from conversations on the shop floor to briefing senior management
* Experience with Quality Management Systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.)
* Understanding of risk management principles and contractual requirement review
* Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
* US Citizenship Required.
Preferred Qualifications

Earned Value Management CAM experience
* ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
* Strong background in design and/or manufacturing of electromechanical, electro-optical, and/or opto-mechanical systems.
* Seasoned facilitator for Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities
* Well-versed in the application of industry-standard statistical methods, including through the implementation of statistical analysis software applications (e.g., Minitab)
* Experience maintaining positive supplier relationships, including through successful resolution of supplier quality challenges
* Active DoD Secret Clearance
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Salary Range: $86,600 - $130,000
Salary Range 2: *$107,800 - $161,800
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.