Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Quality Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is fulltime on-site located in Clearfield, UT.
The Quality Manager 1 will be responsible for providing daily supervision and direction to Quality Inspector staff and responsible for providing objective-oriented direction to team members utilizing management guidelines and general policies that fully engage our Quality Management System, which will include the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Leads the inspection team to ensure timely inspections and team collaboration along with working closely with operations
Interfaces with program managers, operations, engineering, customer, DCMA, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.
Manage a team of quality inspectors who are responsible for the following:
Simple and complex inspections
Simple spot audits for the floor including (but not limited to) FOD, freezers, flammable cabinets, ATAF (all tools accounted for), etc.
Processing of MRB nonconformance’s and directing rework operations
Support operations with the First Inspector Program
Maintains the level of quality and part traceability throughout the product life cycle.
Conducts formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the product development/manufacturing life cycle.
Supports First Article Inspection (FAI) process that conforms to AS9103.
Investigates problems and assists in dispositions of non-conforming hardware.
Assumes responsibility for timely and effective corrective actions.
This position may support A,B,C,D shift, Shift AB (4/10 schedule), CD (3/12 schedule), phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing:upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains,and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelors Degree and 4+ years of related technical experience in Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing industries in a Quality Environment OR High school Diploma/GED AND 8 + years of related technical experience in Aircraft, Aerospace or Manufacturing industries in a Quality Environment
Must have one year of prior management/leadership experience.
Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required) with the ability to obtain PAR (Special Program Access)
Must be able to work any Shift
Preferred Qualifications:
Current Program Access
Background in Composites
SME on core, laminates and bonded ASSY.
Proficient in GD T, MES, MESX, TipQA, CPLM, TCUA. AS9100, QMS.
Quality/Mission Assurance and/or process knowledge and understanding
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Prior work experience in a fast-paced, variable environment.
Quality/Mission Assurance and/or Process experience
Good understanding of AS9100, AS9102, AS9103 and NADCAP.
Must have the ability to work well and interface with all departments on the program.
SME regarding Inspection of Bonded Assemblies both low temperature and extremely complex high temperature parts
Solid working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint (ability to create and edit deliverables)
Aerospace manufacturing experience
Ability to read and interpret GD T drawings
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.