Northrop Grumman

Engineer Quality

Northrop Grumman • $79K — $119K *
Huntsville, AL 35810In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Yesterday
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 2 years engineering experience in quality assurance or a related technical discipline
  • Master's degree in a STEM discipline with no prior engineering experience
  • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Proficiency with SAP (S4/HANA) and familiarity with Jira preferred

Responsibilities

  • Ensure program and subcontractor quality compliance with contractual requirements
  • Implement and enforce adherence to program processes and work instructions
  • Conduct in-process and final inspections, and quality reviews
  • Analyze non-conformances and lead root cause investigations
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues
  • Prepare and maintain quality records and reports
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives and document hardware defects

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan contributions
  • Paid holidays and PTO for vacation and personal business
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Engineer Quality - Level 2 to join our team in Huntsville, AL supporting the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS).

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:
  • Assure program and subcontractor quality compliance in accordance with contractual requirements.
  • Implement and enforce adherence to PrOP, engineering drawings, program processes, and work instructions to meet program quality objectives.
  • Support process control implementation, in-process and final inspections, quality review, and conduct internal process audits.
  • Analyze non-conformances and lead root cause investigations, documenting preventive and corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements.
  • Prepare and maintain quality records, reports, and metrics in accordance with Northrop Grumman and industry standards.
  • Interpret and apply AS9100/ISO 9001, Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Assurance Provisions (MAP), and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and MIL-STDs, including performing drawing reviews and approvals.
  • Lead documentation and resolution of hardware defects and quality non-conformances, including MRB activities.
  • Provide hardware production oversight, as needed, to ensure adherence to quality requirements and program objectives.
  • Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce process and non-conformance risk.

Basic Qualifications (Level 2)
  • Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline and a minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in:
    • Quality Assurance (e.g., investigating failures and identifying root causes), or
    • Manufacturing, Process, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering performing technical job functions;

OR
  • Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications (Level 2)
  • Proficiency with SAP (S4/HANA) for executing and documenting quality activities.
  • Experience using Jira to track work through Kanban-style workflows.
  • Experience supporting software quality activities (e.g., software process compliance, reviews, and defect tracking).
  • Experience writing or reviewing hardware engineering drawings.
  • IPC-620 CIS certification.
  • Experience supporting an MDA program that utilizes MAP requirements.
  • Experience conducting internal audits to ensure compliance to the AS9100 standard.


Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

Work You’ll Do

At Northrop Grumman, your work will redefine the edges of technology and create a safer future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, collaborating to make the impossible, possible.

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Diversity and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. Northrop Grumman is committed to building a diverse team that fosters an inclusive environment, where every team member is valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. We believe that diversity fuels innovation.

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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

Networking and Leadership

Enhance your career through our robust networking opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within Northrop Grumman through various events, mentorship programs, and professional groups. Our leadership is deeply invested in nurturing talent and guiding team members through their career journey.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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