Senior Principal Quality Engineer – Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer / Sr. Principal Quality Engineer to join our team in Baltimore, MD. This 100% onsite role requires a Secret clearance and US citizenship.

Define mission‑assurance specs, ensure quality and safety of deliveries, lead program reviews, and drive supplier corrective actions. AS9100/ISO 9001 experience and GD&T knowledge are essential; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with 5 years in Manufacturing or Quality.
Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Experience interpreting technical drawings and GD&T.
Experience with root-cause and corrective action methodologies (8D or 5 Why).
Experience conducting audits to verify internal procedures are being followed.
Experience working with suppliers on supplier corrective actions.
Active Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

Define and monitor mission‑assurance specifications and processes to ensure program success.
Ensure quality, risk, safety, reliability, and maintainability of deliverables, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements.
Leads comprehensive performance reviews on program performance and risks and advises on resource re‑allocation.
Clarify internal and contract requirements and establish clear compliance paths.
Participate in technical reviews (PDR, CDR) to verify system designs against project requirements.
Conduct comprehensive contract reviews to confirm adherence to regulatory and compliance standards.
Apply quantitative, predictive analysis to evaluate risks and opportunities.
Manage configuration management, (First Article Inspections and Physical Control Audits).
Utilize common engineering/manufacturing tools, methodologies, and standards.
Identify product nonconformances, analyze root‑cause/corrective‑action trends, and drive preventive actions.
Apply AS9100 principles to resolve quality‑system questions and concerns.
Verify compliance with program requirements and support flow‑down to supplier quality.
Generate Basis of Estimate documentation for proposals.