Manager Quality Engineering 3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company as a Quality Manager, where you will lead teams in ensuring the highest quality standards in aerospace applications. This role offers the chance to impact revolutionary systems and foster a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. You will be responsible for maintaining a robust Quality Management System and driving performance excellence. If you are passionate about quality and leadership in a fast-paced environment, this position is a perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• 9 years of relevant experience or 7 years with a Master's degree in engineering or quality.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems like AS9100 and NADCAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality teams to ensure safety, quality, and delivery expectations are met.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and effective problem solving.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Team Management

Lean Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Quality

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP Systems

CAD/PLM Systems

Job description

Requisition ID: R10184751

• Category: Engineering

• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America

• Clearance Type: None

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Position Summary

The Quality Manager 3 is responsible for the entire Quality function at the Mission Enabling Products Structures operating unit in San Diego, CA and reports to the Site Director. The Quality Manager is responsible for leading teams of Quality Engineers and Quality Inspectors who support the design, manufacture, and test of advanced composite structures for space and aerospace applications. The Quality Manager is responsible for maintaining a robust Quality Management System including certifications for both AS9100 and NADCAP processes.

Primary Responsibilities

Leadership

• Communicate, manage, and achieve site/business unit strategic and tactical objectives as they relate to the Quality function.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, inclusive teamwork, and disciplined root cause problem solving.

• Provide cross-functional leadership by facilitating collaboration between various departments, including Engineering, Operations, and Program Management.

• Strengthen the Quality teams through the performance management process, including individual and group goal setting, coaching, and personnel development.

• Ensure succession plans are in place and mentor key talent to assume increased levels of responsibility.

Execution

• Accountable for meeting or exceeding safety, quality, delivery, and cost expectations for internal and external customers.

• Lead the Quality Engineering and Quality Inspection teams in providing products and services that address all quality requirements.

• Quality Engineering responsibilities include program quality plans, review and approval of Manufacturing Work Instructions, and processing of quality non-conformances.

• Quality Inspection responsibilities include performing mechanical dimensional inspections and non-destructive inspections.

• Accountable for maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System including AS9100 and NADCAP certifications.

• Responsible for ensuring the Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) process captures and reports data.

• Own and improve Daily Management processes within the Quality function.

• Collect, analyze, and report metrics/key performance indicators and take appropriate action to improve performance.

• Ensure financial operating integrity by supporting financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Advocate for a safe, secure, and ethical working environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 9 years' relevant experience or 7 years' experience with a Master's degree; engineering or quality disciplines preferred.

• Relevant work experience should include conducting or managing internal audits, aerospace industry experience, and knowledge of mechanical and non-destructive inspection techniques.

• 5+ years of experience managing other managers and teams.

• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP).

• Training in lean principles required, with experience in root cause corrective action (RCCA) tools and processes preferred.

• Expertise in MS Office required; proficiency in ERP and CAD/PLM systems preferred.

• Ability to engage at all levels of the organization to provide solutions and coach others.

• Strong passion for achieving results in a fast-paced aerospace engineering and manufacturing environment.

• Excellent oral and written communication, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of advanced composites engineering and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with Supplier Quality and Performance Management.

• Planning and budgeting experience.

• US Person.

Salary Range: $154,600 - $231,800

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.