Senior Principal Supplier Quality Engineer 75% Travel

Northrop Grumman; Maryland; On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to support programs with suppliers nationwide and internationally. The preferred location is the New York region (Syracuse/Rochester area), with optional locations in CT, NH or MD.

Role requires 75% travel and involves leading supplier audits, process improvements, and quality system oversight across multiple hardware categories. The position emphasizes collaboration, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional leadership, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering with related experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Design Engineering.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Proficiency in J-STD-001, IPC-A-600/610/620, Mil-Std-883; familiar with defense standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to improve quality and performance.
• Lead on-site supplier engagements, including performance reviews and audits.
• Perform specification compliance, first article and source inspections on hardware.
• Identify root causes and implement robust corrective actions.
• Analyze data to identify supplier process issues and drive improvements.
• Mentor new field engineers and communicate with leadership.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Corrective action

Travel 75%

Strong communication

Lead auditor

Defense industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001

AS9100

J-STD-001

IPC-A-600

IPC-A-610

IPC-A-620

Mil-Std-883

ANSI Y14.5M GD&T

Six Sigma / Lean

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to support programs with suppliers nationwide and internationally. The preferred location is the New York region (Syracuse/Rochester area), with optional locations in CT, NH or MD.

Role requires 75% travel and involves leading supplier audits, process improvements, and quality system oversight across multiple hardware categories. The position emphasizes collaboration, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional leadership, with