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Northrop Grumman

Sr. Principal Engineer Quality

Baltimore, MD

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

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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 work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of fun along the way.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Senior Principal Quality Engineer based in Linthicum, Maryland.
The qualified applicant will join the Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Quality and Mission Excellence team supporting factory quality operations. We are looking for a high-caliber individual with a background in Quality Assurance, Mechanical Inspection, Manufacturing, or similar technical field to help lead the quality support of our Mechanical Machining, Fabrication, and Finishing Cell.

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Perform production floor activities associated with quality, production, and test activities, assisting in the corrective action board (CAB) including data gathering and analysis, disposition of material and processing nonconforming material, interfacing with both internal and external customers, supporting the Inspection Team, and performing floor assessments and audits.
  • The Quality Engineer has technical knowledge in specifications/standards, drawing interpretation, measurement and analysis methods, process and product assessments, and corrective action methodology.
  • Uses LEAN and Six Sigma tools to eliminate waste and reduce process variation.
  • Collect, analyze, organize and present data and have excellent MS Office Application skills.
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Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline.
  • 9+ years of relevant work experience in a Mechanical Manufacturing/Machining environment.
  • Possess technical knowledge in specifications and standards.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. US Citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in STEM discipline.
  • PCDMIS CMM programming experience.
  • NDT Certification in a Method.
  • Additive Manufacturing or Brazing experience.
  • Quality related experience in the following processes: machining, sheet metal, welding, finishing, mechanical assembly.
  • Training in LEAN, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies, Certified Green or Black Belt.
  • Experience in a DoD Manufacturing environment.
  • Drawing interpretation and ANSI Y14.5 requirements.
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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-20006829
Employment Type: Other

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

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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