Lead Quality Assurance Engineer

2 weeks ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
Position Overview

Requisition ID: R

  • Category: Engineering
  • Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
  • Clearance Type: Secret
  • Telecommute: Not available for this position
  • Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, we provide our employees with exceptional opportunities to engage in groundbreaking systems that influence lives globally, both now and in the future. Our innovative and creative ethos has positioned us at the leading edge of numerous technological milestones in our nation's journey—from pioneering transatlantic flights to stealth technology and lunar landings. We seek individuals with bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to collaborate in crafting the future while enjoying the journey. Our culture is built on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and the freedom to bring your authentic self to work, fueled by an unyielding drive to achieve what others deem impossible. Our workforce is not just part of history; they are actively shaping it.

Role Summary:

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is in search of a skilled Principal Quality Engineer to contribute to our operations in Baltimore, Maryland.

Central to our mission is a steadfast commitment to excellence. In a world of evolving security challenges, Northrop Grumman delivers insightful analysis and secure technological solutions to facilitate strategic initiatives. We are on the lookout for innovators who can help us enhance our extensive portfolio of secure, cost-effective, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that support these missions. By participating in our collective mission, you will have the opportunity to expand your professional network and enhance your skills, whether you are new to the field or an established industry leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will find the resources, support, and team necessary to accomplish some of the most impactful work of your career.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into finished products.
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Design and implement inspection, testing, and evaluation methods to assess the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Conduct quality assurance tests and perform statistical analyses to identify and address non-conformance to required standards.
  • Audit quality systems to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Ensure that corrective measures comply with reliability standards and that documentation meets all requirements.
  • Specialize in areas such as design, incoming materials, production control, product evaluation, reliability, inventory control, and research and development as they pertain to product or process quality.
  • Possess certifications in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5 years of relevant industry experience in areas such as Design Engineering, Production/Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering; or 3 years with a Master's degree.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and mentor others and confidently present to upper management.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Possession of a Secret Clearance.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting.
  • Experience with SAP/MES transactions.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in project management or as a project lead.
  • Proven ability to facilitate effective Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA).
  • Active DoD top secret clearance.
  • Green or Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma.
  • Familiarity with data analytics and statistical analysis techniques.
  • Experience with tools such as Microsoft Excel, Minitab, Tableau, or similar for statistical analysis.
  • Knowledge of Drive for Excellence (DFX), Zero Defects Program (ZDP), and supplier quality concepts.
  • Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and RCCA techniques.
  • IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) and/or MIL-STD-883 Certified.
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-600, 620, IPC-J-STD-001, Mil-Perf-38534/35, and Mil-Std-750.
  • Experience with ISO9001 or AS9100 Quality Management Systems and First Article Inspections (FAI) AS9102.

Salary Range: $93,000 - $139,600
This salary range serves as a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers various factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay, designed to reward individual contributions and share in company success. Employees in Vice President or Director roles may qualify for Long Term Incentives. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, paid holidays, and paid time off for personal and vacation needs.

Northrop Grumman is dedicated to building and maintaining 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.

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