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Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago

Quality Manager 2 - Tooling Quality Inspection & Engineering

Clearfield, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$115K/yr - $172K/yr

9+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements seeking a dynamic Quality Manager 2 for Tooling Quality Inspection & Engineering. This role involves leading a diverse team to ensure aerospace tooling and inspection processes meet the highest quality standards while managing quality initiatives for project delivery.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead a geographically dispersed team of Tool Quality Engineers, Tool Quality Inspectors, and quality professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment

Oversee the strategic planning and tactical operations to ensure the acceptance, release, and continual improvement of tooling and quality systems

Manage safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while maintaining employee engagement and compliance with Northrop Grumman’s quality management systems

Provide objective-oriented direction to ensure production standards are met while balancing schedule and budget requirements for multiple aerospace programs

Standardize quality engineering and inspection processes across sites, proactively managing resources to mitigate production and schedule risks

Utilize advanced technical skills—including the use of laser trackers, CMM equipment, and GD&T—to assess and improve the specialty tooling process and overall quality performance

Act as an advisor and liaison between internal departments, suppliers, and customers to analyze data, resolve issues, and implement root cause corrective actions

Develop and mentor team members by promoting learning, continuous improvement, and a culture of ethical leadership and inclusive practices

Qualification

Aerospace quality leadershipTool designInspectionQuality management systemsGD&T standardsRoot cause analysisCMM equipmentResource managementEmployee developmentInterpersonal skillsDecision-making skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 9+ years of related work experience, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing or aerospace quality leadership role

Proven leadership experience by having at least 5 years of experience in managing both exempt and non-exempt employees in a multi-site environment

Strong proficiency in interpreting and working with engineering blueprints, specifications, and advanced measuring equipment for tool validation and inspection

Experience in applying quality management methods, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in a production setting

Ability to secure/maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and the capability to obtain Special Program Access as required

Preferred

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Extensive knowledge of aerospace tooling, inspection of specialty tooling, and quality accreditation systems (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP)

Demonstrated working proficiency with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) standards and composite manufacturing processes

Experience balancing strategic program management with detailed technical oversight, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget

Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and resource management skills with the ability to drive continuous process improvement and employee development

A background in aerospace, defense, or high-rate production manufacturing is highly desirable