Principal Quality Analyst

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.

United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a talented Quality Analyst to join our team in Philadelphia, PA.

The selected candidate will be responsible for Receiving Inspection and Production Assurance. They will be working with FOE/FOD, MRB, Corrective Actions, Customer interfaces.

Roles & Responsibilities will include the following:

Support quality evaluations involving the processing of materials and parts into partially finished or finished deliverable products.

Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place.

Support developing and implementing quality methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.

Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts quality assurance tests; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.

Support quality system audits and evaluations, and document any deficiencies.

Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. (QN Processing and MRB)

Support design development as it applies to product or process quality.

Will work with mechanical specs.

Perform Receipt Inspections (RI) on incoming material and parts (includes physical inspection and documentation review and acceptance)

Perform quality control (QC) inspections in a manufacturing environment.

Basic Qualifications: 

High school diploma and 10+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment in a Quality role (or a bachelor's degree and 6+ years or experience)

Experience working with mechanical design requirements and specifications.

Experience using CAD or similar mechanical design software.

Experience working with materials.

Possess mechanical aptitude.

Strong computer, written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Proficient using a spatial analyzer, measurement software, and CAD software.

Experience with embedded software and electronics.

Knowledge of CMM or Laser Measurement Systems

Experience with ISO 9000 and DCMA

Direct experience in Product Inspection and Receiving Inspection

Experience with Non-Destructive Tests inspection (MT, PT, visual, dimensional, etc.) on mechanical and structural components or systems

Salary Range: $86,300 USD - $129,500 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.