QUALITY INSPECTOR A

Northrop Grumman • Annapolis, MD

7d • $50,398 - $117,176 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oceanic System Quality and Mission Assurance team at Northrop Grumman is seeking a Quality Inspector A in Annapolis, Maryland. The role evaluates purchased and internally manufactured components to determine whether they meet drawing and specification requirements, using inspection equipment and procedures to make pass/fail determinations.

The position also involves ensuring inspection equipment is properly maintained and calibrated, and that environmental conditions—including lighting and cleanliness—and the availability of documentation and tools are adequate for inspection processes. The inspector works with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as customer representatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of inspection or manufacturing experience.
• Experience reading and understanding mechanical drawings.
• Experience using calibrated measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and an optical comparator.
• Experience conducting visual, in-process, and final dimensional inspections on tightly toleranced piece parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections in accordance with written planning and procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment.
• Ensure inspection conditions are adequate, including lighting, cleanliness, documentation, and tools.
• Support and advance a strong safety culture.
• Understand and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Interface with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams, and customer representatives.
• Learn and train proactively and contribute in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED