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Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our ATL Quality and Mission Excellence team in Baltimore, MD.

The Quality Engineer develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place. Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts quality assurance tests; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Serves as the liaison for the Internal Audit program. Facilitates Preventative & Correction Action Board (PCAB) process - including leading and participating in data gathering, analysis, and presentation activities. Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. May specialize in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality. May be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies. Engages directly in shop floor activities within ATL - including through monitoring of semiconductor processes and controlling and review of non-conforming material.

This position may be filled at a level 2 (Quality Engineer) or 3 (Principal Quality Engineer), depending on experience.

Basic Qualifications for Engineer Quality:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM discipline
• 2+ years of relevant work experience; 0 years with a Master's Degree
• Experience reviewing, analyzing and reporting on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical and electro-mechanical systems
• Possess technical knowledge in specifications and standards
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. US Citizenship required. (Clearance not required to start)

Basic Qualifications for Principal Engineer Quality

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM discipline
• 5+ years of relevant work experience; 3 years with a Master's Degree
• Experience reviewing, analyzing and reporting on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, electrical and electro-mechanical systems
• Possess technical knowledge in specifications and standards
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. US Citizenship required. (Clearance not required to start)

Preferred Qualifications for Both Levels:

• Master's degree in Engineering
• Certifications in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies
• Education or experience related to CCA manufacturing and Surface Mount Technology
• Experience with J-STD-001 or IPC-A-610
• Experience with inspection, design and/or manufacturing
• Computer Skills: Minitab, Statistical Software Applications, CAD Software Applications

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Salary Range: $73,600 USD - $110,400 USD

Salary Range 2: $90,600 USD - $136,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.