RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Program Quality Engineer based out of Apopka, FL.

What You’ll get to Do:

  • Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials products
  • Assesses program performance and risks related to quality requirements to ensure contractual requirements are met

  • Review and assess contractual requirements for applicability.

  • Perform cost account management-related activities on programs supporting

  • Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with customers

  • Perform cost account management-related activities on programs supporting

  • Support program gate reviews as required

  • 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.

  • Work from engineering drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, inspection instructions, and checklists to ensure items meet required specifications and quality standards

  • Initiate Corrective Action Plans and work with suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering personnel to identify root cause and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented.

  • Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.

  • Applies technical knowledge in industry standard quality engineering methods, interpretation of drawing requirements and applicable specifications & standards, and mechanical measurement & analysis

  • Perform process audits of software development processes to assure compliance with established policies, procedures, work instructions, and program-specific plans.

  • Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation plans to assist program activities for processing software, hardware, and materials into partially finished or finished products.

  • Cross-trained in the software quality engineer processes in the department.

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

 

Basic Qualifications Program Quality Engineer

  • Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quality and/or manufacturing; OR a minimum of 3 years in quality/manufacturing with a Masters degree
  • Demonstrated experience authoring technical reports, process documentation, or presentations for engineering or production programs.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting stakeholder or customer reviews at multiple levels (e.g., shop floor personnel, program management, senior leadership).
  • Experience applying Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.).
  • Experience reviewing and applying risk management principles in contractual or technical requirement assessments.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications Program Quality Engineer

  • Earned Value Management CAM experience

  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

  • Strong background in design and/or operations (manufacturing, quality, etc) of electromechanical, electro-optical, and/or opto-mechanical systems.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Agile software development process

  • Demonstrated knowledge of C, C++, Java, and Python

  • Seasoned facilitator for Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities

  • Experience in maintaining positive supplier relationships, including through successful resolution of supplier quality challenges

  • Active DoD Secret Clearance

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Primary Level Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $130,000.00

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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.

Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1974 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our employees in all aspects of life, both on and off the job. Our benefits extend to you and your family, offering comprehensive health coverage, flexible work options, back-up child and elder care programs and more. Explore Total Rewards >
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Job Info
Location
Apopka, Florida, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1974 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our employees in all aspects of life, both on and off the job. Our benefits extend to you and your family, offering comprehensive health coverage, flexible work options, back-up child and elder care programs and more. Explore Total Rewards >

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