Senior Quality Analyst – Precision Machining & Analytics

Northrop Grumman; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Principal Quality Analyst to develop and lead quality plans, SPC-based controls, and continuous improvement for precision machined components.

Responsibilities include RCCA, CAPA, data analysis, and mentoring teammates; requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience (or equivalent), US citizenship, and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in quality, manufacturing, or assembly.
• Demonstrated expertise in GD&T and inspection methodologies.
• Experience with product verification tools and measurement systems.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own development and deployment of quality plans, control plans, and inspection procedures for machined parts.
• Apply SPC and data analytics to monitor process performance and reduce scrap/rework.
• Review and report quality discrepancies; translate data into actionable insights for leadership.
• Lead RCCA activities for recurring defects using structured problem-solving tools.
• Define and verify CAPA effectiveness to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with shop floor and program teams to ensure requirements are met.
• Interface with customers, vendors, and subcontractors on quality topics.

Skills

GD&T

SPC

RCCA

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in quality/manufacturing/engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Associate’s Degree with 7 years experience

Tools

CMM

FARO arms

Micrometers

Height gauges

Gages

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Principal Quality Analyst to develop and lead quality plans, SPC-based controls, and continuous improvement for precision machined components.

Responsibilities include RCCA, CAPA, data analysis, and mentoring teammates; requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience (or equivalent), US citizenship, and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.