Mission Assurance Manager II — Lead Quality and Risk

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2 for its Palmdale, CA location. You will support the Mission Assurance Program Manager and Director, leading quality process improvements and resource management.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, 9+ years in a STEM quality environment (or 7+ with a Master’s), and leadership experience in fast-paced programs with schedule volatility. Occasional travel and on-site collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 9+ years in aircraft/aerospace/manufacturing quality.
• Master’s degree in STEM with 7+ years in related quality environments.

Responsibilities

• Functional manager of quality engineering professionals and analyst for the program.
• 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 and risks and determines resources to ensure mission assurance.
• Demonstrates comprehensive metrics, customer and employee feedback to assess program quality, performance and risks.
• Supervises the proper implementation and execution of Continuous Improvement programs.
• Sets the strategy to meet customers’ expectations, regularly communicates program status.
• Frequently collaborates with executives and customer representatives, including on-site DCMA representatives, concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications.
• Promotes the professional development of the quality inspection workforce and fosters a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around employee engagement and inclusion, affordability, innovation, value growth, and continuous improvement.
• Manages program budgets, schedules, and program EACs for the Quality scope on programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 9 years of related experience in Aircraft, Aerospace, or Manufacturing industries in a Quality environment

Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related experience in Aircraft, Aerospace, or Manufacturing industries in a Quality environment

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2 for its Palmdale, CA location. You will support the Mission Assurance Program Manager and Director, leading quality process improvements and resource management.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, 9+ years in a STEM quality environment (or 7+ with a Master’s), and leadership experience in fast-paced programs with schedule volatility. Occasional travel and on-site collaboration are expected.