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Principal Quality Analyst

Today Melbourne, FL

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 has an opening for a Principal Quality Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Melbourne, FL. Prepare and coordinate mission assurance plans and schedules for new or existing programs. Develop, monitor, and review cost, operational budget and schedule, and staffing requirements. Support and participate in earned value management, proposals, basis of estimate, estimate at complete. Analyze project needs and effects on various mission assurance areas such as quality engineering, quality inspection and quality support to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to resource. Integrate and resolve proposal preparation constraints through assessment of established plans and parameters. Formulate and recommend corrective measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements.
You will ensure proposal planning, development, review and implementation is completed on time utilizing discreet planning efforts whenever possible to maximize mission assurance resource planning. Collaborate with Mission Assurance Program Managers (MAPM), Mission Assurance Program Directors (MAPD), Functional Home Room Managers (FHRM), Mission Assurance Team Leads to ensure basis of estimates (BOEs) are accurate and factual to guarantee mission assurance requirements can be met at proposal execution. Interface with supported program business and Integrated Process Team (IPT) counterparts to ensure execution to program earned value management (EVM) processes. Review cost account manager (CAM) information with program and mission assurance leadership for compliance to EVM and integrated master schedule (IMS) plans. Initiate and maintain various tracking tools to provide MAPMs, MAPDs and above the cost accounting and scheduling oversight necessary to execute on various programmatic demands that require senior leader attention. Support outside assigned program(s) when surge support is required to meet proposal and BOE requests with short timelines for delivery. Execution of these tasks will require attention to detail and solid organizational skills to manage multiple projects and tasks while working closely with the MA and IPT teams. Strong computer skills and business acumen are necessary along with a robust level of understanding in Microsoft Office Suite products.

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Competencies for Success:

Must work independently
Must be able to multitask and prioritize
Strong focus, attention to detail and accuracy
Perform in a dynamic and diverse environment
High initiative, self-starter, resilient, and a motivation for excellence
Driven, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player
Excellent interpersonal skills and must be able to interface with internal and external organizations leadership
Dedication and willingness to grow skill set through schooling and training
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree and 3 years of experience, or a PhD and 1 year of experience.
Demonstratable experience in presenting to various levels of program leadership.
Proficiency in technical problem solving, including root cause analysis, solution development, implementation, and monitoring.
Proven effective planning, organizational, and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with teams and stakeholders to include excellent verbal and written communication.
Minimum three (3) years' experience and training in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application, or similar knowledge, or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
Experience preparing and delivering briefings to Internal Team, Customer and Integrated Process Team (IPT) Leadership
In depth experience with Microsoft tools (Project, Excel, Office and PowerPoint)
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.
Applicant must have a minimum current active in-scope DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with the ability to receive Program Access Request (PAR) prior to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as the Cost Account Manager (CAM) on a DoD earned value management-based program
Current Northrop Grumman EVMS certification.
Experience writing BOEs, working on DoD based proposals, and compiling programmatic / technical solutions.
Primary Level Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $118,100.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Melbourne, FL
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10205444
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-27T20:31:45

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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