Manager Mission Assurance 1

Northrop Grumman; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Beavercreek, Ohio, seeks a Mission Assurance Manager 1 to lead QA and mission assurance activities across programs. The role oversees inspection, risk assessment, and supplier quality to ensure program success.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in quality/mission assurance, process knowledge, and excellent communication. A Secret clearance is required; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma and at least four years applicable technical experience in mission/quality assurance, systems engineering, data analytics or related engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; solid MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint proficiency.
• US citizen with an active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and direction to Quality Inspection and NDI staff.
• Interface with program managers, operations, engineering, customer, DCMA, vendor and subcontractor reps.
• Review and approve inspection plans and QA programs; participate in data review and metrics.
• Maintain quality level and part traceability throughout product life cycle.
• Support training and certifications for the team.
• Conduct reviews at key points in product development and implement FAI per AS9103.
• Investigate problems and disposition non-conforming hardware.
• Ensure timely and effective corrective actions.

Skills

Quality assurance

Data analytics

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Mission Assurance Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is in Beavercreek, OH .

Defines and monitors mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs. Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements. Assesses program performance & risk and determines resources to ensure mission assurance.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provides daily supervision and direction to Quality Inspection and NDI staff. Responsible for providing objective-oriented direction to team members utilizing management guidelines and general policies that fully engage our Quality Management System.

• Interfaces with program managers, operations, engineering, customer, DCMA, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure daily requirements are met.

• Review and approve inspection plans, facility Preventative Corrective Action Boards, various lean improvement programs, and participates in data review and metrics.

• Maintains the level of quality and part traceability throughout the product life cycle.

• Supports training and certifications for the team.

• Conducts formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the product development/manufacturing life cycle. Implement and oversee an effective First Article Inspection (FAI) process that conforms to AS9103.

• Investigates problems and assists in disposition of non-conforming hardware.

• Assumes responsibility for timely and effective corrective actions.

Basic Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• HS Diploma and at least four years applicable technical experience in one or more of the following areas: mission/quality assurance, supporting systems engineering, systems integration, data analytics, and other related engineering disciplines.

• Quality/Mission Assurance and/or process knowledge and understandingStrong verbal and written communication skills.Solid working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Must be a US citizen with an active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Special Program Access (PAR)

• Prior work experience in a fast-paced, variable environment.Quality/Mission Assurance and/or Process experience

• Good understanding of AS9100, AS9102, and AS9103.

• Must have the ability to work well and interface with all departments.

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.

Primary Level Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $165,000.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Mission and Quality Assurance