Supplier Quality Engineer

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start:
No. Clearance type:
Secret. Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

Location:

Palmdale, CA

• Leads supplier quality portion for managing non-conforming product issues using established systems and processes.
• Supports F-35 Production/Ground support/Spares equipment by investigating supplier caused issues and providing solutions on resultant actions to mitigate escape and impact on the production line and customer. Works with other NGC sites (Palmdale, Redondo, El Segundo, etc.) for impact and reach across.
• Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management. Supports program in evaluation and monitoring supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance.
• Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and must be knowledgeable in and capable of assessing both supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Works effectively with suppliers for problem resolution using RCCA tools and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues.
• Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases.
• Issues, monitors and maintains corrective actions for supplier related product/process issues.
• Proactively analyzes supplier performance data to determine continuous improvement opportunities to improve supplier performance.
• Leads risk mitigation efforts/improvement plans using Zero Defect plan (ZDP), FMEAs, process/product audits & reviews, monitoring key characteristics & reporting, SPC, scorecard reviews, and Supplier Engagement.
• Reviews and reports on First articles per AS9102 for compliance and robustness.
• Interfaces with program, MRB and customer on supplier reported issues, impact and resolution strategies.
• Consults and advises the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers.
• Reviews and has solid understanding of the relevant product, engineering drawing/specifications, flowdown documents, procedures, and regulating agency body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers assigned.
• Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs.
• Leads, directs and manages multiple projects effectively.

• Level 2:
  Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry OR a master's degree with 0 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry.
• Level 3:
  Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry OR a master's degree with 3 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering within aerospace industry.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience with AS9100 and AS9102 standards.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) investigation tools (Fishbone, 5Y, etc.), improvement plans.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance per business requirements.

• Proficient in SAP and MES data management systems.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes.
• Quality auditing experience.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 – $. Secondary Level Salary Range: $95,000.00 – $. 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.

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

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.