Quality Manager 1

Northrop Grumman•Baltimore, MD

1d•$105,000 - $157,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Quality Manager 1 for its PRFC (AFF) and AIMS cells at the BWI campus in Baltimore, Maryland. This position is 100% onsite and works second shift. The manager provides direction to employees under management guidelines and general policies, drives efficiency and delivery against product cost and schedule targets, oversees quality production, and helps employees reach their potential. The role works independently across organizations, manages consumables to budget targets, and performs SAP/MES transactions to manage inspectors and engineers as needed. The manager leads approximately 15–20 represented (union) employees and drives monthly delivery objectives. The position supports early production phases of major programs, working with engineering and program teams, and contributes to continuous improvement, lean, ISO, and quality initiatives. It also oversees inspection and testing methods, quality-system audits, corrective actions, documentation, and analysis of products or materials that fail to meet standards. The manager leads cross-functional teams, mentors direct reports, and interacts with Labor Relations. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship. Travel is 10% of the time; relocation assistance is not available. The stated primary salary range is $105,000–$157,600. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of manufacturing and/or quality experience; or a master’s degree and at least 3 years; or an associate degree and at least 7 years; or 9 years of manufacturing and/or quality experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.
Ability to communicate clearly, deliver effective presentations, and analyze data to support decisions.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor direct reports.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or another STEM field.
9 or more years of experience in a Department of Defense manufacturing environment.
2 or more years of experience managing or leading people and/or processes in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience in aircraft manufacturing or maintenance.
Strong manufacturing or production background.
Experience working in a union environment.
Experience with SAP/MES.

Responsibilities

Provide direction to employees using management guidelines and general policies.
Drive employee efficiency and meet product cost and schedule targets while managing the area to produce quality products.
Engage employees to support their development and highest potential.
Manage approximately 15–20 represented (union) employees and interact with Labor Relations.
Drive the team to achieve monthly delivery objectives for programs within the cell.
Lead continuous-improvement or lean projects in the area or across areas.
Provide direction on assessment and closure, IBASE, and inventory issues.
Support major programs in early production phases and interface with engineering and program teams.
Support ISO, lean, and quality initiatives.
Document and standardize tasks and efforts.
Work in accordance with company policy, business conduct, and standards.
Develop and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment; conduct quality assurance tests; and perform statistical analysis of nonconforming products or materials.
Audit quality systems to identify deficiencies and ensure correction.
Ensure corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and documentation requirements.
Communicate clearly, deliver effective presentations, and analyze data to support decision-making.
Lead cross-functional, high-performing teams and mentor direct reports.
Manage consumables to achieve budget targets and perform required SAP/MES transactions to manage inspectors and engineers as needed.