Space Systems Quality Engineer – Onsite

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Goleta, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer – Level 2 or Level 3 for our Space Sector. This onsite role leads QA activities, mentors engineers, and collaborates with program leadership to ensure robust processes and top-quality products.

The position requires strong QMS knowledge (AS9100/ISO 9001), data analytics, and excellent communication. Travel up to 10% and a 9/80 schedule are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• No clearance required to start
• Demonstrated expertise in QMS (AS9100/ISO 9001), root cause and corrective action leadership, MRB, and inspection planning.
• Demonstrated capability in data analytics – identification of defect trends and associated ability to generate relevant mitigative solutions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities for assigned programs, including internal and external audits, supplier assessments, and corrective action processes.
• Develop and implement quality plans, inspection procedures, and process improvements.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert and resource to engineering, manufacturing, and support teams.
• Analyze and present trends in product quality, process nonconformance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee use of advanced quality and root cause tools; guide MRB activities and recommendation processes.
• Support design reviews, failure investigations, and resolution of technical issues with cross-functional partners.
• Mentor and coach less-experienced quality engineers.
• Represent the quality function in customer and supplier interactions.

Skills

QMS (AS9100/ISO 9001)

Root cause analysis

MRB

Inspection planning

Data analytics

Leadership

Communication

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

PhD (with 1 year experience)

Tools

Inspection tools

Advanced measurement systems

Digital inspection technologies

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Goleta, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer – Level 2 or Level 3 for our Space Sector. This onsite role leads QA activities, mentors engineers, and collaborates with program leadership to ensure robust processes and top-quality products.

The position requires strong QMS knowledge (AS9100/ISO 9001), data analytics, and excellent communication. Travel up to 10% and a 9/80 schedule are part of the role.