Northrop Grumman · 14 hours ago
Engineer Supplier Quality - R10220292-2
Houston, DE
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$76K/yr - $114K/yr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality activities and risk management, ensuring compliance and quality assurance throughout the supply chain.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing all Supplier Quality related activities and Supplier Quality risk management by developing and implementing supplier quality evaluation and control systems
Analyze supplier quality data/metrics and report KPIs to the supplier and internal customers
Assures 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
Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues
Manages supplier requests for waivers, deviations, and discrepancy reporting process
Keeps management and programs apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks
Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases
Actively engages in supplier evaluation, qualification, and selection as part of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and as new procurements are required on existing programs
Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation (Critical, Key and Standard), development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs
Ability to apply problem solving/critical thinking skills to support and resolve issues with supplied items that impact the production line
Ability to apply problem solving/critical thinking skills to support and resolve issues with supplied items that impact the production line
Experience working with mechanical design requirements and specifications
Ability to effectively lead supplier problem solving activities utilizing tools such as FMEA, SIPOC, fishbone diagram, etc. to evaluate the manufacturing processes
Ability to develop, plan, and implement quality methods and strategies for procured items to assure the design, procurement, acceptance, and use of procured items
Ability to interface effectively with suppliers, customers, work associates/teams, and management
Able to work autonomously at suppliers as a representative of the company. Capabilities to study, understand, and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties
Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management. Develops and implements supplier quality evaluation and control systems
Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases
Qualification
Required
BS degree in STEM related field and minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering, quality, and/or manufacturing experience; MS Degree in STEM related field and minimum of 0 years of relevant experience
Must be able to travel up to 75-95% of the time with very short notice to the suppliers
US citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Government Security Clearance
Preferred
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering
Experience with process improvement projects
Experience with conducting product/ process validation in accordance with AS9102/FAI/Equivalent (First Article Inspection)
Experience with AS9100/Equivalent (standardized quality management system for the aerospace industry)
Experience applying six sigma practices or similar
Certified in Six Sigma Green Belt
Experience in implementing APQP and PPAP processes
Experience with special processes such as heat treat, brazing, welding, plating, etc
Experience leading process improvement projects
Experience developing inspection criteria and plans for procured items
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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