Northrop Grummans Mission Systems has an opening for a Quality Inspection Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Quality organization. The Quality Inspection Manager will support the quality initiatives for the SLS contract. This position will have day-to-day responsibilities managing approximately 12 Quality Inspectors located in our Kennedy Space Center facility. This position will be based in Kennedy Space Center, Florida.
Core Responsibilities:
Provides overall management of Quality Control (QC) inspection teams by setting and operating to objectives
Provides guidance to direct reports based on goals, objectives, and company policy
Engages on the manufacturing floor and in work activities to provide direct support as needed while additionally coaching and mentoring personnel in quality methods and procedures
Maintains compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) policies, procedures, and processes to ensure the performance and quality of products conform to established standards, specifications, and customer requirements
Provide performance reviews and periodic feedback for all direct reports
Assist in meeting or exceeding the Safety, Quality, Employee, Delivery and Cost expectations for internal and external customers and within the Quality function
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of applicable experience as a quality inspection lead; OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters degree; OR 0 years of relevant experience with a PhD; an additional 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Experience managing people
Experience with Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP and government standards) and Certifications
Knowledge of mechanical and non-destructive inspection techniques
Able to read and inspect engineering documentation
Minimum of 3 years of experience on a Quality team (in technical function) or previous experience supervising/leading team of employees in technical job function
Strong passion and relentless drive for achieving results in a fast-paced aerospace engineering and manufacturing environment
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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