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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.

Overview

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Analyst will develop and implement program quality plans, programs, and procedures using statistical quality control statistics, lean manufacturing concepts, and six-sigma tools and analyses. Ensures that performance and quality products conform to established company and regulatory standards. Reviews, analyzes and reports on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, composite, rigid and ultra-flex components and sub-systems. Be strategic in the identification of technical needs and solutions coupled with a strong program execution focus.  Possess excellent communication skills and effectively interface with the Deployables Value Stream of products, suppliers, and customers.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Evaluates conformance to established company and regulatory standards of deliverable items, including but not limited to materials, equipment, tooling, data/documents, composite, rigid and ultra-flex components and sub-systems

• Develops and maintains documentation and records related to program specific Quality Assurance objectives and responsibilities

• Develops and implements program quality plans, schedules, and procedures to meet BU objectives using statistical quality control data, lean program concepts, and six-sigma tools and analyses

• Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, supplier, and government customer representatives to ensure requirements are met

• Investigates problems and assists in developing disposition and corrective actions for recurring discrepancies

Basic Qualifications for a level 2:

• Bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of 3 years of related industry experience , an additional four years’ experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• Experience as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or other supporting role within Quality

• Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) standards

• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills and verbal/written communication skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

• US Citizenship is a requirement for employment

Basic Qualifications for a level 3 (Principal):

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related industry experience; OR four years experience with a Masters degree

• Experience as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or other supporting role within Quality

• Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) standards

• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills and verbal/written communication skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

• US Citizenship is a requirement for employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline or Quality Management experience

• Experience in DoD, Aerospace, medical devices and/or similar Fabrication Manufacturing

• AS9100/ISO 9001 auditor certification/experience

• Experience in materials testing methods, procedures, failure modes, environmental effects

• Experience in composite, rigid and ultra-flex components and sub-systems

• FMEA, RCCA, Risk management, or Quality auditing experience

• Functional knowledge of production control systems (MES, Costpoint, Mfg/etc.)

• Experience implementing ISO 9000, AS9100, TL9000, TS16949, ISO 13485, and/or CMMI for Development

Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00Salary Range 2: $88,700.00 - $133,100.00The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.