Northrop Grumman

QUAL ASSURANCE LEAD

Northrop Grumman$54K — $132K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6 years of experience with a High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2 years of inspection experience
  • Experience with SAP software
  • Background in quality inspection and electromechanical assembly
  • Familiarity with drawing review (ISE/CADSTAR)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Confidential clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Perform in-process, sampling, First Article Inspections, and final inspections for electromechanical LRUs and systems
  • Conduct visual inspections for adherence to electrical assembly specifications
  • Utilize tooling and checklists for sub-assembly and system inspections
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to enhance processes and resolve documentation issues
  • Support visual and dimensional checks for defect analysis using RCCA
  • Review inspection metrics, procedures, and techniques for ongoing improvements
  • Conduct ISO audits for site compliance
  • Submit finished product as required per PrOP & QAD
  • Interface with customers and DCMA for required inspections and final pack processes
  • Serve as a Quality Process Control Aide in an AS-9100 environment

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Eligibility for overtime and shift differential
  • Potential for discretionary bonuses
  • Annual bonuses based on individual and company performance
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a 2nd Shift Quality Assurance Lead to join our team in Elkridge, MD at our Troy Hill facility. The successful candidate must have the ability and willingness to work at both the Elkridge and Halethorpe sites, including driving between sites on some days.

This position is a 2nd shift position.

What You'll Get To Do:

  • Perform in-process, sampling, First Article Inspections, and final inspection on a variety of complete electromechanical LRUs and systems.

  • Visually inspect for appropriate electrical assembly specifications and standards.

  • Perform inspections using tooling and check lists to complete inspection of sub-assemblies and systems.

  • Interface with manufacturing operations and engineering personnel to improve processes and documentation issues.

  • Support visual and dimensional checks for piece/part conditions that contribute to, or cause, defects for RCCA's.

  • Review metrics, procedures, and techniques used to inspect materials, parts, units, and/or systems at inspection to facilitate continuous improvement.

  • Perform ISO Audits as required by audit coordinator for site compliance efforts.

  • Submit contract end item product as required per PrOP & QAD.

  • Interface with customer and government (DCMA) for required in-process inspections through final inspection as well as contract end item submittals and final pack and shipping process.

  • Perform as a Quality Process Control Aide in an AS-9100 process-oriented organization.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 6 years and a High School diploma or equivalent and related experience

  • Minimum of 2 years Inspection experience

  • SAP experience

  • Quality inspection and electromechanical assembly experience

  • Drawing review experience (ISE/CADSTAR)

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Confidential clearance

  • U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • AS 9100

  • Experience interfacing with DoD customers

  • Active Department of US Government Confidential clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $54,517.00 - $132,658.00

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.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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