Sr. Principal Engineer, Mission Assurance

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chandler
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job 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.Defines and monitors mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs. Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements.Assesses supplier performance and risks, and as a team member of the Supplier Quality Organization: Collaborates with program management, engineering, subcontracts/procurement functional management and supplier management teams to ensure that procurements meet or exceed the purchase order requirements.Candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and quality oversight in the acquisition of various ordnance related products or systems for various launch applications.This includes ensuringsupplier quality requirements are met as well as assisting with supplier assessments.The position will include evaluating waivers, deviations and discrepancy reporting process (Material Review Board) for product acceptance.The candidate will evaluates supplier-non-conformances, negative performance trends and failures and determines root cause and implements corrective and preventive actions.This requires knowledge of discrepant material procedures.Manages or performs source inspection processes, Hardware Acceptance Reviews, and coordinates action with the supplier as required.This also includes review of component drawings and specifications related to the hardware being procured. Experience in inspection planning a plus.Knowledge of materials or material sciences preferred.Travel is an essential function of this position (approximately 25%) and may be on short notice.Work schedule includes 9/80 schedule (9 hours per day, 9 days every 2 weeks, every other Friday off). Remote work location will be considered for qualified candidate.Minimum Qualification:5 years experience with Mission and Quality Assurance + an Engineering DegreeSalary Range: $98,700 USD - $148,100 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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