Quality Analyst Level 2

Northrop Grumman; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Utah is seeking a Quality Analyst Level 2 to join our on-site team at the Bacchus facility in Magna, UT. The role centers on MRB administration, nonconformance processing, and maintaining data quality across quality systems.

You will prepare documentation for audits, track NCR metrics, and collaborate with engineers, quality, manufacturing, and program teams to improve MRB workflows. A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience (or equivalent) is required, with ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience ORMaster’s with 0 years of professional experience. 6 years of equivalent work experience may substitute.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Experience in quality, manufacturing, production control, configuration management, or similar data- or documentation-focused role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ability to learn MRB/nonconformance systems (e.g., SmartSolve)
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 pounds

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain NCRs in MRB/quality systems
• Ensure all required information is complete and properly coded
• Route NCRs to MRB authorities for review and disposition
• Host MRB meetings with stakeholders to move the process
• Monitor MRB queues and aging, escalating delays as needed
• Maintain traceability and audit trails for NCRs
• Prepare MRB documentation for audits and reviews
• Collect and maintain MRB metrics and reports
• Support cross-functional teams to resolve MRB questions

Skills

Quality assurance

Data management

MRB systems

Microsoft Office

Documentation control

Lifting ability

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience

Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience

6 years of equivalent work experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SmartSolve

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Quality Analyst Level 2 to join our team in Utah. This position requires regular on-site availability at our Bacchus facility in Magna, Utah.

The Quality Analyst – MRB Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely administrative processing of nonconformances through the Material Review Board (MRB) process. This role focuses on entering, routing, and maintaining high‑quality nonconformance records; supporting MRB engineers and quality leadership; and ensuring compliance with applicable procedures, customer requirements, and quality standards.

The successful candidate will be detail‑oriented, process‑disciplined, and comfortable working in data systems and cross‑functional production environments.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Key Responsibilities

MRB Administration & Nonconformance Processing

• Create, review, and maintain nonconformance records (NCRs) in applicable MRB/quality systems.
• Ensure all required information (e.g., defect description, hardware identification, work order/lot info) is complete, accurate, and properly coded.
• Route nonconformance records to appropriate MRB authorities (engineering, quality, materials, etc.) for review and disposition.
• Host MRB meetings with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure proper communication and movement of the process.
• Monitor MRB queues and aging, escalating issues or delays as needed to support timely closure.

Data Integrity & Documentation Control

• Maintain traceability and audit trails for nonconformance records in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Perform data quality checks to identify and correct errors, missing fields, or misclassifications.
• Prepare and organize MRB documentation for internal and external audits, reviews, and customer requests.

Metrics, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement

• Collect and maintain MRB metrics (e.g., NCR volume, defect categories, cycle time, open backlog).
• Support analysis of nonconformance data to identify trends and recurring issues.
• Participate in process improvement efforts focused on MRB workflow, documentation quality, and cycle time reduction.
• Provide feedback on forms, templates, and system configurations to improve usability and data quality.

Cross‑Functional Support

• Work closely with engineers, quality engineers, manufacturing, supply chain, and program teams to resolve documentation questions and clarify MRB requirements.
• Communicate MRB status and priorities to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Support training of peers and new team members on MRB processes, forms, and systems as requested.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience. 6 years of equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree per company guidelines.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Experience in quality, manufacturing, production control, configuration management, or similar data‑/documentation‑focused role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ability to learn site‑specific MRB / nonconformance systems (i.e SmartSolve).
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) or nonconformance management processes in an aerospace/defense or regulated environment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards (e.g., AS9100 or ISO 9001).
• Ability to interpret basic technical and quality documentation (e.g., travelers, work instructions, inspection records, engineering change notes).
• Prior experience generating or maintaining metrics, dashboards, or reports using Excel, Tableau, PowerBI or similar tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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.