Principal / Sr Principal Quality Analyst

Requisition ID: R10165663

Category: Mission and Quality Assurance

Location: Clearfield, Utah, United States of America

Clearance Type: Secret

Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available: 1

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.Climb to new heights on your journey when you start Defining Possible with Northrop Grumman. Enjoy a purposeful career in aeronautics that is crucial to the way we connect and protect our world across land, sea, and air. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. Enjoy a diverse, collaborative environment with professionals across the nation ready to help launch your career.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Mission Assurance Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located Clearfield, Utah.As quality engineering, we define and monitor mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs. We assure quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers are in accordance with contractual requirements. We assess program performance and risks and help to determine resources to ensure contract compliance. Do you enjoy solving problems? Come join our team!This role may be filled at an Associate, or a Quality Analyst based on the qualifications below:Responsibilities include the following:

Work with the Engineering team to ensure that part requirements are correctly described and documented in the production work plans.

Participate with corrective action or improvement teams and promote the use of data to assist in the improvement effort.

Preparation of first article inspection packages for internal approval or presentation to the final Customer.

Processing of MRB nonconformances.

Supports the Program, Operations, Engineering and Quality teams with data analytics for improvement processes.

Conduct or support internal audits, process observations and area assessments.

Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, customer, vendor, and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.

Lead data collection, analysis, and customer interface

Write and manage risk mitigation actions and assuring their implementation.

Contribute to design change control reviews and implementation

Our team is exceptionally detail oriented. We work on sophisticated projects in the aerospace industry, producing high-quality work. Each member has individual assignments, but we work as a united team to identify and resolve potential issues before timelines are impacted. Our team pursues inclusivity, diversity, and balance in both workload and work-life. We feel strongly about treating each other with respect and working with integrity.Work schedules can vary, but we strive for a 9/80 work week, which gives us every other Friday off to pursue interests outside of the office. Northrop Grumman provides a full suite of benefits, and we are regularly mentioned as a top company for work life balance.QualificationsBasic Qualifications:Principal Quality Analyst

Active DOD Secret Security Clearance last investigated within 5 1/2 years and the ability to obtain and maintain special program access

Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of Quality Engineering and/or Mission Assurance related work experience or a Master's Degree and 4+ Quality Engineering and/or Mission Assurance related work experience

Experience conveying technical information (both written and verbal)

Use and/or application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.

Ability to read and interpret GD&T drawings

Knowledge of MRB (Material Review Board) standards.

Knowledge of Inspection Plans and/or First Article Inspections

Sr Principal Quality Analyst:

Active DOD Secret Security Clearance last investigated within 5 1/2 years and the ability to obtain and maintain special program access

Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of Quality Engineering and/or Mission Assurance related work experience or Master's Degree and 8+ years of Quality Engineering and/or Mission Assurance related work experience

Ability to read and interpret GD&T drawings

Knowledge of MRB (Material Review Board) standards.

Knowledge of Inspection Plans and/or First Article Inspections

Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action methods

Knowledge of data analysis methods and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior manufacturing experience

Knowledge of continuous improvement principles

Background in Composites

Highly self-motivated person, able to take the initiative to become involved in activities to help resolve problems and make improvements.

Knowledgeable with Northrop Grumman internal systems; Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Interpreting receiving inspection requirements per customer specifications

Work schedule:

Opening on All Shifts

Must be willing to work any shift

Work schedules can vary, with the following shift options:Shift A Monday – Thursday 10 hr shift 6:00am – 4:30 pmShift B Monday – Thursday 10 hr shift 3:30pm – 2:00 amShift C Friday – Sunday 12 hr shift 6:00 am – 6:30 pmShift D Friday – Sunday 12 hr shift 6:00 pm – 6:30 amSalary Range: $76,600 - $115,000Salary Range 2: $95,000 - $142,400The 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.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 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.