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Northrop Grumman

Engineer Supplier Mission Assurance Lvl 4

United States-Arizona-Tempe

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
16 Oct 2026

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% of the Time

Description

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and

cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals

providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our

employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by defining possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive

benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at

Northrop Grumman. Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology,

systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Northrop

Grumman, you’ll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork. Together with our group of experts

across the technical spectrum, you’ll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the

world’s most critical problems in the most innovative ways.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking an experienced Mission Assurance Supplier Quality Engineer Level 2/3 to support

the Mission & Quality Assurance functions at our Elkton, Maryland site.

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant

rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion

and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial

customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm

Beach Gardens, FL.

Job Summary:

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and

cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals

providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our

employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by defining possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive

benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at

Northrop Grumman. Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology,

systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Northrop

Grumman, you’ll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork. Together with our group of experts

across the technical spectrum, you’ll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the

world’s most critical problems in the most innovative ways.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking an experienced Mission Assurance Supplier Quality Engineer Level 4 to support

the Mission & Quality Assurance functions and report to out office in Tempe, AZ.

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant

rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion

and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial

customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm

Beach Gardens, FL.

Job Summary:

Support the mission/flight assurance (MA) plans for multiple programs by being the point of contact between Northrop

Grumman and suppliers to ensure that parts are in accordance with contractual, design and quality requirements. The

Supplier Quality Engineer will conduct supplier visits (e.g., source inspections, process witnessing, on-boarding, audits,

etc.) to support program objectives and to help resolve quality issues. The candidate should have knowledge in different

areas such as manufacturing, special processes, inspection, electronics, or auditing with the ability to use this knowledge

to assist suppliers through the entire product life cycle.

This position will require travel (up to 50%) to supplier sites across the country and provide on-site support at the Elkton

facility as needed. The preferred candidate will reside in the eastern United States.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Assure supplier’s process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance

Review and approval of supplier’s documentation based on program requirements

Review and approval of supplier’s AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI)

Assist in the management of the Approved Supplier List (ASL)

Perform supplier visits (e.g., source inspections, process witnessing, on-boarding, audits, etc.) to support

programs objectives

Basic Qualifications:

Mission Assurance Engineer 4:

  • Must have 12 or more years of experience as a quality / mission assurance engineer, or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 8 years' experience, or a Masters in (STEM) and 6 years' experience
  • Application of technical expertise including complete understanding of fundamental engineering principles, practices, and theories
  • Able to read engineering documentation (drawings, models, specs), interpret drawing dimensions, features, and parts lists, develop inspection plans, and identify critical features
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to understand and work with multiple enterprise-wide systems
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a prerequisite
  • Candidate based around Tempe, AZ

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Accredited certification in Quality and/or Mission assurance field
  • Familiarity with key materials, technologies and/or processes such as machining, welding, CT scanning, additive manufacturing, laser/light inspection techniques, and chemical processing
  • Demonstrated process control and improvement experience and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or similar tools
  • Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action tools, such as Ishikawa, FMEA, DOE, KTA (Kepner Tregoe Analysis), 5Why, etc.Grumman and suppliers to ensure that parts are in accordance with contractual, design and quality requirements. The

Supplier Quality Engineer will conduct supplier visits (e.g., source inspections, process wi

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