Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (Cleveland- OH)

Northrop Grumman; Cleveland (OH); Remote; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T3) or Sr. Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T4) to join our Mission Assurance team.

This 100% remote role requires residing within 30 miles of Cleveland, OH, with occasional travel to local suppliers and to other states as needed. The role demands experience with AS9100/ISO9001 quality management systems, supplier interfacing, blueprint and specification interpretation, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience with AS9100/ISO9001 QMS
• Interfacing with suppliers/customers to meet quality objectives
• Reading blueprints and specifications

Skills

Travel readiness

Interfacing with suppliers

Blueprint reading

Quality mindset

Education

STEM Degree

AS9100 Lead Auditor Certification

Six Sigma/Lean Certification

AS9102 FAI/ Net Inspect

Tools

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 100% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real‑life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking to hire a Principal Engineer Supplier Quality or a Sr. Principal Engineer Supplier Quality to join our Mission Assurance team. This position will be a 100% remote role, but candidate must be located within 30 miles of Cleveland, OH. This position requires extensive travel throughout surrounding states, which includes the ability to fly commercially on short notice to meet company commitments.

Basic Qualifications

This role can be filled at Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T3) or Sr. Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T4)

Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T3)

• Must have a Valid State Driver’s License to operate a motor vehicle and dependable motor vehicle to travel to local suppliers
• Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time with some overnight required
• Experience Manufacturing/Engineering with AS9100/ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience interfacing with suppliers/customers to meet quality objectives (e.g., Source Inspection, FAI review, RCCA, Process witnessing, On-boarding, Audits, etc.)
• Experience utilizing basic inspection tools (e.g. Calipers, micrometers) and interpreting engineering requirements (e.g., reading blueprints, specifications, contractual flow downs, etc.)
• Proficient with MS Office, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Sr. Principal Engineer Supplier Quality (T4)

• Must have a Valid State Driver’s License to operate a motor vehicle and dependable motor vehicle to travel to local suppliers
• Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time with some overnight required
• Experience Manufacturing/Engineering with AS9100/ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience interfacing with suppliers/customers to meet quality objectives (e.g., Source Inspection, FAI review, RCCA, Process witnessing, On-boarding, Audits, etc.)
• Experience utilizing basic inspection tools (e.g. Calipers, micrometers) and interpreting engineering requirements (e.g., reading blueprints, specifications, contractual flow downs, etc.)
• Proficient with MS Office, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• STEM Degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)
• SAP Business System experience
• Supplier Quality experience in Aerospace industry
• AS9100 Lead Auditor Certification
• Six Sigma/Lean Certification
• AS9102 FAI/ Net Inspect
• Digital Data/CMM interpretation

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.