Principal Supplier Quality Analyst (Level 3)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal Quality Analyst (Level 3) to join our Launch Systems’ Supplier Quality team in Chandler, AZ.

Due to the sensitive nature of our work this is a fully on-site position; hybrid or remote work is not available. Relocation is not offered for this role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, directs and reports on all supplier quality-related activities such as raw materials, packaging materials, good manufacturing practices (GMP) service providers, as well as contract manufacturers, and/or contract manufacturing and laboratories to assure fulfillment of contract/purchase order requirements.

• Translates engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements.

• Assures that customer quality-imposed technical requirements are adhered to by supplier and that a quality system is maintained.

• Conducts programs designed to improve supplier performance, productivity, and process validation.

• Prepares, maintains and reviews procurement quality assurance procedures to assure compliance with customer and/or government requirements.

• Reviews and analyzes corrective action reports and purchase orders in an effort to reduce and eliminate defects.

• Monitors quality control activities and systems at supplier and subcontractor facilities, and maintains feedback loops.

• May administer a certified supplier program or related programs in receiving inspection.

• May also audit third party manufacturers, due diligence and vendor selection process.

• May perform deviation investigations into quality issues.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree + 5 years of experience; Master's Degree + 3 years of experience; or 9 years relevant experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.

• Experience working with QMS systems.

• Experience investigating failures and identifying root cause on flight hardware.

• Experience with implementing process improvement efficiencies.

• Proven problem-solving skills, with experience in root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action processes, and data analysis.

• Solid written and verbal interpersonal, communication skills and confidence to brief management with solid foundation in Quality Assurance applications.

• Technical experience in manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Power Automate, Jira or Tableau.

• Experience managing projects and product data.

• Experience in data analysis and summary reporting.

• Experience working DCMA or other Government customers.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

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.