Principal Quality Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to join our team at the BWI site in Baltimore, MD. You will develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation systems and collaborate with engineering to ensure quality standards are met.

The role requires a STEM degree and 5+ years of QA experience or a master’s with less experience; you will lead corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement, and may work with suppliers to drive robust quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in STEM fields with 5+ years QA or related experience.
• Experience in data analytics and statistical methods.
• Ability to obtain/maintain US Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality systems and process controls.
• Lead QA audits, corrective actions, and root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality.
• Design and implement inspection/testing methods and equipment.
• Lead continuous improvements to reduce nonconformances.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Data Analytics

Statistical Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Auditing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master's Degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

SAP

Minitab

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Statistical software

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we ’II support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you ’II have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is currently seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to join our team at the BWI site in Baltimore, MD.What You'll Get To Do:Develop, modify, apply and maintain quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product.Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place.Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.Has primary cell but able to float to other cells to assist in problem solving.Compiles matrices for State-Of-Cell.Implements and audits Principles and Operating Practices to fit quality objectives and quality scope.Leads the resolution of quality requirements nonconformances or repairs.Present Program Risks and Opportunities within the Cell.Leads Cell Audits.PCAB Coordinator.In depth level understanding of workflow/processes.Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducting quality assurance tests; and performing statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.Audit quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.Initiate Corrective Action Plans and work with suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering personnel to identify the root cause and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented.Ensure that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements.Work from engineering drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, inspection instructions, documentation (manufacturing procedures) and checklists to ensure items meet required specifications and quality standards.Lead and implement Continuous Improvements to reduce nonconformances.May specialize in the areas of design, mechanical engineering, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality.May be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.Basic Qualifications for a Principal Quality Engineer:Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field with a minimum of 5 years experience in Quality Assurance, or investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering field of work performing technical job functions; OR a minimum of 3 years experience in Quality Assurance, or investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering field of work performing technical job functions with a Masters Degree in a STEM field; OR a minimum of 1 year experience in Quality Assurance, or investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering field of work performing technical job functions with a PhD Degree in a STEM fieldExperience with Data Analytics and Statistical Analysis methods and techniquesExperience conducting internal audits (quality/system/process)Experience leading improvement and corrective action activities (root cause, action planning, implementation, verification)Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret ClearanceUS Citizenship requiredPreferred Qualifications:Experience in at least one of the following standards (IPC, J-Std, MIL-STD)Experience with ISO9001 or AS9100 Quality Management System and AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI)Green/Black Belt Certified in Lean Six-sigmaCertified in Lean and Six-Sigma methodologiesCertified auditorExperience Facilitating RCCAs with technical groupsSAP ExperienceActive U.S. Government Secret ClearanceExperience leading cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issuesExperience using Microsoft Excel, Minitab or equivalent tools for statistical analysisKnowledge of modern skillsets such as Artificial Intelligence, SQL, Power Bi to aid in data analysis and data visualizationPrimary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.