Quality Engineer Level 2 or Level 3

0903 SP - Propulsion Systems; United States; On-site; USD 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Quality Engineer – Level 2 or Level 3 for its Space Sector in Promontory, UT. This 100% onsite role focuses on establishing and maintaining Mission Assurance policies, processes and controls to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.

The position supports Test and Research or Nozzle Value Streams, with a 4/10 schedule and Fridays off. Requires STEM degree and ability to obtain a secret clearance, plus strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2 years of experience (Level 2) or Master’s with 0 years.
• Level 3 requires 5 years with Bachelor’s, or 3 years with Master’s, or 1 year with PhD.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task and solve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Understand design intent, failure modes, requirements and specifications of the product and manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities and develop plans to capitalize on improvements.
• Provide guidance interpreting governmental regulations and internal policies.
• Serve as liaison between S&MA and government agencies.
• Ensure inspections, SPC analyses, and audits are conducted to enforce requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree (optional)

PhD (preferred for some roles)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Quality Engineer – Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team in Promontory, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. The Quality Engineer is responsible for focusing on developing, establishing and maintaining Mission Assurance policies and procedures, processes and controls thereby ensuring both performance and quality of manufactured products conform to established company, international (AS9100), and governmental requirements, as well as lasting customer satisfaction. This role will support the Test and Research Value Stream or Nozzle Value Stream. This position will work a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off.

• Understand the design intent, failure modes, requirements and specifications of the product as well as the manufacturing processes, process controls, statistics, SPC, and quality inspections.
• Identify opportunities and develop/execute plans to take promoting/capitalizing actions.
• Provide expertise and guidance in interpreting governmental regulations, agency guidelines and internal policies/procedures.
• Assure compliance and will serve as liaison between Promontory Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) and various other organizations including some government agencies.
• Work directly with operating entities to ensure that inspections, statistical process control analyses, and audits are conducted on a continuing basis as specified to enforce requirements, meet specifications, and improve processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in team environments.
• Proven technical aptitude and ability to problem solve complex technical issues.
• Proven ability to multi-task (i.e. manage several projects at one time).
• Excellent Communication Skills (both written and verbal).

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience - OR - PhD with 1 year of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in team environments.
• Proven technical aptitude and ability to problem solve complex technical issues.
• Proven ability to multi-task (i.e. manage several projects at one time).
• Excellent Communication Skills (both written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership
• Demonstrated Customer Coordination Experience with Test and Research Value Stream or Nozzle Value Stream
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Engineering fundamentals and skills that lead to safe and high-quality manufacturing of complex and technically demanding products.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply lean thinking principles and tools in order to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Benefits:

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

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.

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.

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