Principal Quality Engineer — Secret Clearance (Onsite)

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to join our team in Baltimore, MD. This role supports the AMC Restricted Operating Unit and emphasizes mission‑assurance, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance.

The Senior QAE position requires active U.S. Government Secret clearance, a STEM degree, and strong root‑cause analysis skills. Onsite work, with opportunities for growth in a high‑stakes environment within a renowned defense contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM required with 5 years manufacturing experience or Master’s with 3 years; active US Secret clearance.
• Experience leading investigations and presenting corrective actions to leadership.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems; audits experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and monitor mission‑assurance specs to ensure program success.
• Ensure quality, risk, safety, reliability, and maintainability of deliverables per contract.
• Lead investigations and coordinate corrective actions; perform reviews (PDR/CDR); ensure flow‑downs to suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Audits

Communication

Education

B.S./B.E. in STEM

M.S. in STEM

Tools

AS9100

ISO 9001

Minitab

Excel

Tableau/Power BI

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to join our team in Baltimore, MD. This role supports the AMC Restricted Operating Unit and emphasizes mission‑assurance, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance.

The Senior QAE position requires active U.S. Government Secret clearance, a STEM degree, and strong root‑cause analysis skills. Onsite work, with opportunities for growth in a high‑stakes environment within a renowned defense contractor.