Manager Quality Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman

160d • $123,400 - $185,000

About The Position

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 seeking a talented Quality Engineering Manager 2 to lead a group of Quality Engineers based out of Annapolis, MD. Supporting the Oceanic Systems Operating Unit (OU) reporting directly to the Quality & Mission Assurance (Q&MA) department, the Quality Engineering Manager 2 will lead a high-performing Quality team and will be responsible for executing, monitoring, and reporting on the health and quality of products and services. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated success leading organizations within cost and schedule goals while achieving a high level of employee engagement. The position requires a solution-based orientation, unwavering ethics and values, and the demonstrated ability to be a trusted partner. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of solving complex problems through systematic and objective evaluation of information, resulting in effective communication and implementation of change with a diverse set of internal and external customers and suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of minimum experience in Quality, Quality Engineering, Mission Assurance, Engineering Management, or Manufacturing OR Masters Degree 6 years of minimum experience in Quality, Quality Engineering, Mission Assurance, Engineering Management, or Manufacturing.
• 5 years of leadership experience.
• Experience in quality engineering, inspection methods, production control, manufacturing operations, product test & evaluation, reliability, root cause analysis, defect analysis, control of nonconforming material, product sell off, shipping, and product support as they apply to quality.
• Experience in ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification process.
• Experience in a manufacturing and engineering environment.
• Earned Value Management/Cost Account Management experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access.
• US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• Defense Industry experience as a Program or Project Manager, Quality Manager, Engineering Manager, or Manufacturing Manager.
• Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt certification and experience.
• Certified ISO 9001/AS9100 Internal Auditor.
• Experience in Proposals and Basis of Estimate.
• Experience with SAP.
• US Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and guide staff to achieve quality objectives, intervening when necessary to resolve issues or meet deadlines.
• Work closely with other departments to establish and maintain quality standards and implement procedures for product evaluation.
• Leverage comprehensive metrics, customer and employee feedback to assess program performance and risks, and determine resources to ensure mission success.
• Make informed decisions within the scope of the role, supporting quality goals of minimizing compliance risks while maintaining cost and schedule.
• Implement department procedures and interpret policies affecting team members, suggesting changes when needed.
• Plan and manage the financial performance of both the department and the project, allocate budgets.
• Provide guidance and support, intervening when necessary to address complex issues.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree