Manager Supplier Quality 3
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) sector has an opening for a Supplier Quality Manager 3 supporting the Navigation, Intelligence, and Connectivity Division . This position can be based in either San Diego, CA or Baltimore, MD.
What You Will Get To Do:
The Supplier Quality Manager will be the Division lead for the Networking, Intelligence, and Connectivity Division. Direct reports include 3 Supplier Quality Managers located in Cincinnati, Woodland Hills, and San Diego and 2 Staff Supplier Quality Engineers.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management for the NIC Division
Leads and mentors Supplier Quality Managers and Engineers (SQEs)
Ability to effectively engage, communicate and develop strong business relationships with all levels of leadership and professionals within the supplier(s) organization, internal customers and stakeholders to coordinate and partner on improvement programs/actions to achieve and sustain high levels of performance
Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance
Develops Supplier Management Plans (SMPs)
Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues
Keeps leadership apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks
Actively engages in supplier evaluation, qualification and selection as part of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and as new procurements are required on existing programs
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Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, supplier product readiness reviews (SPRRs), source selection evaluations, supplier segmentation (Strategic, Critical, Transactional), development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs
Defines supplier segmentation strategies for critical, key, and high-risk suppliers
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's Degree and 7+ years of relevant experience
Experience leading and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products and services
5+ years of experience as team lead and/or manager of people including working in a cross-functional environment
Experience working with engineering, manufacturing, and program management
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
U.S. citizen
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in managing a broad range of suppliers including providers of complex components/assemblies/systems, services, and commodities
Experience with source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation
Ability to assess a supplier's factory operational model and walk a manufacturing line/process
Experience in conducting Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis and related evaluation tools/processes
SAP Business System experience
Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management System certification process
3+ years of leadership experience in disciplines such as quality, program
Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication, leadership, and mentoring skills and confidence to brief upper management
Defense Industry experience as a Program or Project Manager, Quality Manager, Supplier Quality Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Engineering Manager or Manufacturing Management
Current, active Secret Clearance, or higher.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $263,200.00The 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.
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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