Quality Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

The Modern Depot Electronics Manufacturing Sustainment and Repair Center within Northrop Grumman Defense Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in electronic assembly production and repair. Our Modern Depot team specializes in designing new electronic/electrical assemblies and repairing existing technology, developing solutions for diminishing material, and CCA repairs. Come be a part of our Team.

The Modern Depot Electronics Manufacturing Sustainment and Repair Center is part of the Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) Business Unit that designs, manufactures, operates, and maintains airborne platforms, sensors and electronic warfare systems for US military services and our international allies.

The Northrop Grumman IMS Modern Depot is seeking a Quality Analyst 2 to join our team. You will work as part of a high performing and inclusive Mission Assurance and Quality support team to ensure program and product workmanship, and compliance to internal and external industry standards. The location for this position is Warner Robins, GA. This position will be on 1st shift.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide Quality support and assistance to electronics manufacturing and repair teams to include Technicians, Engineers, and Inspectors
• Populate and maintain Corrective Action databases (HQMS) to track nonconformance data and trends
• Support Quality Assurance inspection activities when required, to include performing or assisting with First Article Inspections (FAI)
• Performing documentation inspections of deliverable assets and internal work instructions
• Coordinate nonconformance containment and corrective action implementation activities
• Perform data collection, analysis, and compile for stakeholder review.
• Contribute to design change control reviews and implementation
• Support internal audits, process observations, and area assessments
• Maintain collaborative partnerships across functions, programs, customers, program management, and other support organizations
• Develop and implement program quality inspection plans
• Work with the Engineering team to ensure that requirements are correctly described and documented in the production workplans and instructions
• Participate with corrective action or improvement teams and promote the use of data to assist in identifying process improvements and opportunities.
• Processing of MRB nonconformances
• Supports the Program, Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams with data analytics for improvement processes.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of 2 years experience performing Quality Assurance inspections, responsibilities, or compliance related activities. Or Master's degree with 0 years of experience performing Quality Assurance inspections, responsibilities, or compliance related activities; Or 6 years of experience performing Quality Assurance inspections in lieu of degree.
• Familiarity with Root Cause and Corrective Action activities and or exercises
• Basic understanding of nonconforming material inspection concepts
• Experience inspecting or performing electronics manufacturing / repairs
• Strong attention to detail required as this position requires processing data and tracking requirements across several programs simultaneously
• Ability to work with all levels of management, generate metrics, and utilization of excellent communication skills are a must.
• Able to obtain an Active Secret clearance or higher.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (STEM)
• Experience with manufacturing and repair systems, MES, IMRO, and GOLD.
• 2+ years of electronics inspection, repair, or manufacturing experience
• Experience with agile processes and tools
• Proficiency in SharePoint and Excel
• Excellent skills in critical thinking, and technical writing

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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.