Principal Engineer Supplier Quality

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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.

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.

 

We are looking for a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer based in Sykesville, MD.

 

This is a full-time onsite position and may require up to 25% travel.

 

This position is part of our Supplier Performance Management (SPM) team and reports directly to the Manager Supplier Quality for the Sykesville site. The qualified candidate will support all programs at the site.

 

This Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for the following activities:

• Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management- implementing proactive supplier performance management strategy.

• Develops and implements supplier quality evaluation and control systems.

• Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance.

• Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and must be knowledgeable in and capable of assessing both supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures.

• Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis (RCCA) for supplier quality issues.

• Supports the maintenance of the approved supplier list and periodically reviews supplier performance to determine whether suppliers should remain on the approved list.

• Manages supplier requests for waivers, deviations and discrepancy reporting process.

• Keeps management apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks. Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases.

• 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.

• Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation (Critical, Key and Standard), development and execution of risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs.

• Travels to suppliers as required to achieve positive outcomes

• Fosters a collaborative culture that sustains momentum around engagement, problem solving, and continuous improvement.

• Serves as a “strong voice for quality” and a role model for NG Values

 

Basic Qualifications for Principal Supplier Quality Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of quality, manufacturing or related experience OR a Master's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of quality, manufacturing or related experience.

• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Must be able to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance.

• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications for Principal Supplier Quality Engineer:

• Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certification process.

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

• Strong background in circuit card assembly manufacturing

• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action

• Current active security clearance

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification

• Supplier quality experience

• Demonstrated problem solving ability

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 requirements

• Knowledge and experience with IPC 600, IPC 610, IPC-2222, IPC-2223, IPC-CC-830, and/or IPC-7711/7721

Primary Level Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00

The 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.