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Manager Mission Assurance 1

4 days ago El Segundo, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Manager Mission Assurance 1 for the Mission Assurance Supplier Quality Engineering Functional Homeroom. The candidate does need to be located in the El Segundo, CA area and this is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities include:

Managing a team of Supplier Quality (SQ) Engineers and Analysts, located remotely, by ensuring the team is engaged and processes are calibrated across the team in order to manage the supply base efficiently and effectively

Managing the SQ Functional Home Room budget.

Training and development of employees within your Functional Homeroom

Developing and implementing SQ evaluation and control systems

Supports the maintenance of the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and Approved Special Process List (ASPL). Leads periodic reviews of supplier performance to determine whether suppliers should remain on the ASL.

Keeps management apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks. Develop plans to respond to risks and issues in the supply chain.

Representing SQ in front of Program, Global Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance directors and vice presidents, customer and supplier executive leadership teams

Representing SQ during 3rd party, internal and customer audits and assessments

Collaborating with Mission Assurance, Program SQ and GSC personnel and leadership to ensure policy, processes and tools are clear and adequate.

Establishes and implements innovative strategies and tactics to drive predictability and affordability across the supply base

Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure collaborative management of the supplier issues and risks

Travelling domestically on short notice

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience in the Aerospace Industry in a Quality Environment or a Masters degree and 7 years of Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing Industries in a Quality Environment

Minimum 5 years of Supplier Quality experience

SAP/S4 Experience

AS9100 Knowledge

Minimum 3 years of Continuous Improvement experience in a Leadership/Lead role

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

The ability to obtain/maintain DoD clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Approved Supplier List experience

Counterfeit Parts Prevention experience

AS9100 Lead Auditor trained

Strong orientation to change in a dynamic environment.

Sophisticated level of understanding of complex quality policies, procedures, governmental regulations and workflow.

* Ability to analyze alternative courses of action where decisions have risk/reward implications for program or area of influence.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as One NG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Salary Range: $118,000.00 - $177,000.00The 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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Client-provided location(s): El Segundo, CA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10202121
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-09T13:03:50

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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