**Requisition ID: R10173977**

+ **Category:** Mission and Quality Assurance

+ **Location:** Clearfield, Utah, United States of America

+ **Clearance Type:** Secret

+ **Telecommute:** No- Teleworking not available for this position

+ **Shift:** 1st Shift (United States of America)

+ **Travel Required:** Yes, 10% of the Time

+ **Positions Available:** 1

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.

**Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems** sector is seeking a **Mission Assurance Manager 1** to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will manage a team of mission assurance engineers and quality analysts. This position will be located at the ACCE facility in **Clearfield, UT** .

Defines and monitors mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs. Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements. Assesses program performance and risks, and determines resources to ensure mission assurance.

Job responsibilities include the following:

+ Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements in accordance with contractual requirements.

+ Leads a team of quality engineers and analysts in ensuring product quality.

+ Recruits, trains and mentors the next generation of engineers and analysts.

+ Executes daily activities to support programs which run across multiple shifts, ensuring adequate support is given.

+ Recommends and supports corrective action where necessary.

+ Responsible for the direct supervision/management of the staff. Fulfills staffing requirements including hiring and tracking of personnel.

+ Manages indirect and program budgets and stays within budget.

**Basic Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor's Degree in engineering or STEM

+ Minimum 7 years of experience in a quality or process engineering role with at least 5 years of that experience in an Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing Industry

+ 1-2 years of Leadership/ Supervisory experience

+ Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams (IPTs)

+ Understanding and experience with Continuous Improvement concepts, processes, and tools.

+ Must have at least 2 years’ experience in root cause and corrective action processes, including experience with various methods of root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Why, Ishikawa, Current Reality tree, etc.)

+ Strong working knowledge and experience with AS9100 and AS9102

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance as well as the ability to obtain/maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

**Preferred Qualifications** :

+ Understanding of and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and how they relate to QMA activities.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change. ​

**Salary Range:** $99,400 - $149,000

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.

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