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Engineer Quality

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Quality Engineer based out of Cincinnati, OH.

What you will get to do:

Collaborates with functional organizations including purchasing, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, and program management to ensure quality standards are in place.
Assists in the performance of independent quality reviews to ensure compliance with contractual and customer requirements.
Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment.
Conducts quality assurance tests, and performs statistical analysis to assess affordability and cost of poor quality
Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction assuring process and product quality. Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
May specialize in the areas of design and development, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality.
May be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.

Basic Qualifications for a Quality Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a related STEM field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience (OR a Master's degree and 1 or more years of relevant experience)
Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
United States Citizenship required
Experience coordinating customer communications across multiple programs
Experience working in cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issues
Trained and experienced in performing Root Cause Corrective Action
Experience in reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications for a Quality Engineer:

Experience with AS9100/IS09001 Quality Management systems
Experience with standard Visual and Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools
Have experience in quality planning
Experience with SAP in a manufacturing environment
Experience in electrical, electronic and electromechanical systems
Experience working with electrical or mechanical design requirements and specifications
Experience with MIL-SPECs and DoD contracts
Experience planning and managing projects
Experience developing, collecting, and analyzing metrics

Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.

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What You Should Know About Engineer Quality, ngc

At Northrop Grumman, we're seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our innovative team in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a Quality Engineer, you'll have the chance to work on cutting-edge systems that truly change lives today and for future generations. You’ll collaborate with various teams—ranging from manufacturing engineering to program management—ensuring that our quality standards are not just met, but exceeded. Your role will involve independent quality reviews to comply with customer and contractual requirements, designing inspection tests, and analyzing processes to assess quality metrics. We emphasize a culture that thrives on creativity and intellectual curiosity, providing you with opportunities to grow your skills and expand your professional network along the way. Whether you're just starting or you are an industry veteran, you'll find that our commitment to innovation will empower you to achieve extraordinary results. As you audit quality systems and identify improvement opportunities, you’ll ensure that our products are reliable and compliant with all necessary standards. If you have experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and a passion for quality assurance and oversight, then this is the perfect role for you. Join Northrop Grumman and be part of a team that's not only making history but defining the possibilities for the future!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Quality Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

As a Quality Engineer at Northrop Grumman, your main responsibilities will include collaborating with various functional teams to ensure quality standards are maintained, conducting independent quality reviews for compliance, designing inspection processes, and performing statistical analyses to evaluate the costs associated with poor quality.