Supplier Quality Engineer 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Supplier Quality Engineer 2/3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located in Palmdale, CA

Essential Functions:

• Leads supplier quality portion for managing non-conforming product issues using established systems and processes.

• Support F-35 Production/Ground support/Spares equipment by investigating supplier caused issues and provide solutions on resultant actions to mitigate escape and impact on the production line, customer. Work with other NGC sites, Palmdale, Redondo, El Segundo etc. for impact and reach across

• Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management. Supports program in evaluation and monitoring supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance.

• Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and must be knowledgeable in and capable of assessing both supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures.

• Works effectively with suppliers for problem resolution using RCCA tools and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues.

• Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases.

• Issues, monitors and maintains corrective actions for supplier related product/process issues.

• Proactively analyze supplier performance data to determine continuous improvement opportunities to improve supplier performance.

• Lead risk mitigation efforts/improvement plans using Zero Defect plan (ZDP), FMEAs, Process/product audits & reviews, monitoring key characteristics & reporting, SPC, scorecard reviews, Supplier Engagement etc.

• Review and report on First articles per AS9102 for compliance and robustness.

• Interface with program, MRB and customer on supplier reported issues, impact and resolutions strategies.

• Consult and advise the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers.

• Review and have solid understanding of the relevant product, Engineering drawing / specifications, flow down documents, procedures, and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers assigned.

• Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs

• Leads, directs and manages multiple projects effectively

Basic Qualifications

• Supplier Quality Engineer Level 2:  Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 2 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry OR a Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 0 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry.

• Principal Supplier Quality Engineer Level 3: Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 5 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry OR a Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 3 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry OR a PhD Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 0 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry.

• Experience with AS9100 and AS9102 standards.

• Experience in Microsoft Office applications.

• Knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) investigation tools (Fishbone, 5Y etc.), improvement plans

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance per business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in SAP and MES data management systems.

• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes.

• Quality auditing experience

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The 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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.