Mission Assurance Manager — Lead Quality and Compliance

Northrop Grumman; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2 to lead a MA Engineering team in Elkton, MD, supporting Solid Rocket Motors and Controls for USG programs. You will drive production plans, ensure quality, and maintain compliance across the organization while partnering with customers and suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years' experience, 3+ years in people management, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of experience.
• 3+ years direct people management experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates quality assurance disciplines (Quality Control, Mission Assurance Engineering, Supplier Quality, Software Quality, Quality Systems) per AS9100 and related standards.
• Interfaces with customers, vendors, and Propulsion Systems and Controls to resolve mission assurance issues.
• Plans and manages department manpower, budget, assets, and hiring activities.
• Leads CI projects and continuous improvement at site level to drive performance.
• Partners with engineering and program management to allocate resources effectively across programs.
• Leads investigations and root cause analyses for product/process deficiencies and implements corrective actions.
• Ensures compliance with quality, risk management, safety, and supplier quality requirements.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2 to lead a MA Engineering team in Elkton, MD, supporting Solid Rocket Motors and Controls for USG programs. You will drive production plans, ensure quality, and maintain compliance across the organization while partnering with customers and suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years' experience, 3+ years in people management, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.