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Sr Prncpl Eng Supplier Quality

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Northrop Grumman

Remote

$146,900 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 15 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Sr Prncpl Eng Supplier Quality
Job Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
No
CLEARANCE TYPE
None
TRAVEL:
Yes, 75 of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is seeking a Sr Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position can be worked remote in the Maryland--you must reside in Maryland to be considered. What you will do: Leads supplier quality risk management by developing evaluation and control systems Ensure supplier processes/products meet contractual, regulatory, and technical requirements. Interface with suppliers to assess quality and manufacturing processes. Conduct product/process verification; monitor performance; lead root cause and corrective actions. Manages waivers, deviations, and discrepancies; keeps management informed Oversees Supplier Quality plans across program phases Participate in supplier evaluation, qualification, and selection for acquisitions and new procurements. Implement and coach suppliers on core quality tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, MSA, SPC, capability studies, mistake-proofing, 8D/5-Why/Ishikawa, DOE, etc. Partner with Procurement / Supplier Quality peers to develop supplier technical capability, including sub-tier management, special process oversight Own supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers, ensuring ongoing compliance to drawings, specifications, key characteristics, and contractual quality clauses Implement Supplier Quality processes, including approvals, source selection, supplier classification, risk assessments and mitigations, and quality requirements development and flow-down MPR Basic Qualifications BS degree in STEM and 8+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing and/or engineering or MS degree with 6+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, and/or engineering. Experience with ISO9001 or AS9100 Quality Management System and AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI) or equivalent Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and special process requirements; comfortable defining risk-based inspection and control strategies Experience leading audits, New Product Introduction (NPI), and/or Production Readiness Reviews. US citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering. Formal auditor training/certification (AS9100 internal/lead auditor) and demonstrated audit execution experience. Experience conducting product reviews/inspections using appropriate methods, including visual inspection and the use of measuring tools, to verify conformance to drawings/specifications Experience working with/around
NADCAP/PRI
special process environments (heat treat, NDT, coatings/plating, welding as applicable) and supplier oversight of sub-tier special processors. Experience with precision machining and knowledge of metal forming (stamping, casting, turning, etc.) and related finishing (heat treatment, plating, etc.). Experience in implementing APQP and PPAP processes. Experience leading complex problem solving and corrective action (SCAR/CAPA/8D) with measurable, sustained results Experience in planning and organizing activities across multiple manufacturing locations. Extensive experience with leading process improvement projects Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Government Security Clearance
Primary Level Salary Range:
$117,500.00 - $176,300.00 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 northropgrumman/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Falls Church, Virginia, United States Type Permanent Company Details Northrop Grumman 2980 Fairview Park Drive Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA northropgrumman/careers 2002 Open Jobs Available Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....
Benefits:
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Northrop Grumman recruiters will never:
Request payment for applications or interviews. Offer resume coaching or training for technical assessments. Extend a job offer without conducting an interview. Send communication from unofficial email domains (e.g. Yahoo, Gmail, etc.). Learn how to identify legitimate communications from our team and protect yourself from recruitment fraud.