Principal Mission Assurance Engineer - 17805

Northrop Grumman; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 93,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Principal Mission Assurance Engineer to coordinate inspection authority in the field and audit processes for the Sentinel program. This role requires a BS with 5+ years (MS with 3+ years acceptable) and US citizenship with a DoD Secret clearance.

The position offers a 9/80 schedule and competitive benefits, including health, retirement, and education support. Relocation may be available.

Qualifications

• US citizen with active DoD Secret clearance and investigation date within 6 years.
• Experience in mechanical and non-destructive inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and delegate inspection authority in the field.
• Audit processes in field and remote locations; review test plans and changes.
• Witness testing and integration activities; drive nonconformance resolution and corrective actions.
• Support RVA CLS contract on ICBM-Sustainment program within SDS division.

Skills

US Citizenship

Secret Clearance

Inspection Techniques

Mechanical Eng.

Communication

AS9100

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Master's Degree

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom, democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have a lot of 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Mission Assurance Engineer. This position is located in Clearfield, Utah, Cheyenne, WY or Great Falls, MT and supports the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You'll Get To Do

This Mission Assurance engineer will be responsible for the coordination and delegation of inspection authority in the field, auditing of various processes (both in the field and remotely), reviewing and approving test plans and engineering changes, witnessing various testing and/or integration activities, and coordination of nonconformance resolution and corrective action investigations. This position is in support of the RVA CLS contract on the ICBM-Sustainment program within the SDS division.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
  
  

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree AND 5 years of related experience, OR Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience.

• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with investigation date within 6 years
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and non-destructive inspection techniques.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering principles
• Excellent oral and written communication, data analysis and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with AS9100
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication, data analysis and problem solving skills
• Understanding of networking tools and protocols
• AS9100 lead auditor certification
  
  

Primary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $147,600.00

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.