Staff Mission Assurance Engineer (Level 5)

Staff Mission Assurance Engineer (Level 5) Northrop Grumman - 4.0 Chandler, AZ Job Details $152,900 - $229,300 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Customer communication Requirements specification Technical documentation Bachelor of Science Engineering Regulatory compliance Compliance audits & assessments Visio Quality management Master's degree 8 years Quality assurance audits Analysis skills Policy & process development Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Doctor of Philosophy Team management Task prioritization Mentoring Productivity software Quality audits Root cause analysis Excel formulas Senior level Leadership Communication skills Regulatory compliance management AS9100 Excel data analysis Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

No

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. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Staff Mission Assurance Engineer ( Level 5) to join our team in Chandler, AZ . This position will provide on-site support to our Sentinel Team as a lead; relocation is not available. The candidate is expected to have a high level of leadership skills that can successfully guide a team that supports multiple product lines for the Sentinel customer. Interfacing with program management, DCMA-SP and SDS customers will be a high priority. The candidate will need to be willing to work EWW to support all program needs. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. In this job, you will: Support and represent Mission Assurance in Program meetings and review activities. Develop, analyze, and gather metrics to support Customer and Program leadership reviews. Create, manage, and refine comprehensive program documentation that covers deliverable requirements, technical specifications, and supporting materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and full compliance with project objectives and customer expectations. Provide guidance of Mission Assurance processes and requirements integration with engineering activities to varying levels of management and Customers. Interface with manufacturing, engineering, Program management, and subcontractor representatives to resolve issues and ensure alignment with contractual and technical requirements. Conduct thorough data reviews and compliance assessments to verify adherence to contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements, ensuring alignment with program objectives and industry standards. Support continuous improvement, proposing and executing process changes to optimize program outcomes and quality objectives. Support and drive high-level Quality Management System (QMS) activities, including process development, implementation, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives, to ensure compliance with AS9100 standards and organizational objectives. Special Projects to support Mission Assurance Priorities and goals as assigned. Basic Qualifications for Level 5: Bachelor of Science in Engineering +12 years of relevant experience; Master's Degree + 10 years of experience; PhD + 8 years of experience Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, which typically requires US Citizenship Strong knowledge of AS9100 standards, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and industry-specific regulatory requirements (e.g., NASA, DoD, FAA). Demonstrated experience interfacing with internal and external customers, including government customers. Ability to interpret and implement complex requirements to achieve customer and project goals. Expertise in quality management systems to support Program processes, audits, and product improvements Hands-on experience in quality assurance for aerospace or defense industries with a focus on spacecraft, launch vehicles, or similar technologies. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, advanced formulas), Visio (process mapping, workflow diagrams), and PowerPoint (professional presentations for internal and customer communication). Travel approximately 25%

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Government Customers. Active U.S. Government security clearance of Secret or above Experience mentoring or leading Skilled in managing multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus and meeting deadlines. Strong ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, prioritize tasks, and adapt to shifting project needs to deliver high-quality results. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical documentation, data, and test results. Proficiency in risk management and root cause analysis, utilizing tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, or similar frameworks. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. High level understanding of RCCA methods such as 5-Why, 8D, and Fishbone analysis.

Primary Level Salary Range:

$152,900.00 - $229,300.00 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.