Northrop Grumman
Quality Systems Assistant 5
United States-Maryland-Elkton
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- $75,500 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 3 Oct 2026
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
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.
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.
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking Quality Systems Assistant 5 in our Inspection department reporting into Mission Assurance area in our Elkton, Maryland facility .
Job Functions/Responsibilities:
Ensure incoming production materials and components meet engineering and configuration requirements. Review and complete identified inspections according to process control documents, drawings and specifications. Provide analysis and data to support program investigations. Assist in First Article Inspections (FAI). Prepare and present hardware and material packages to external customers for acceptance.
Basic Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum 8 years’ experience in inspection methodologies and inspection tools.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Skilled in using standard measuring equipment.
- Interpret blueprints and be knowledgeable with geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
- Must be able to interact and assist with Manufacturing and Engineering personnel in regards to part conformance and process capability.
- Be safety oriented and willing to work with explosive components.
- Strong computer skills i.e. Office, Quality systems, Inventory etc.
- Willing to work overtime, as needed.
- Detailed oriented.
- Demonstrable ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
- Shift work required.
- Candidates must be capable of obtaining a Secret level government security clearance for which US Citizenship is a prerequisite.
Preferred Requirement:
- Working Knowledge of TipQA Application.
- Working Knowledge of Solumina Application.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
- Knowledge of Quality Inspection Process.
This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor
Primary Level Salary Range: $75,500.00 - $125,900.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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