Manager Engineering 1

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Clearfield
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10105283Category: EngineeringLocation: Clearfield, UT, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: Any (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available: 1At 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 has an opening for a Manager Engineering 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Mission Assurance and Quality organization. This leadership role is located in Clearfield, UT.The Engineering Manager 1 will be responsible for leading a high performing Quality team covering Aircraft Inspectors, Quality Engineers. They will be responsible for executing, monitoring and reporting on the health of programs and quality of products and services. In addition, the Quality Manager develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place. Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts quality assurance tests; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. May be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.Key Responsibilities:Leads teams engaged in inspection schedules, and performance standards.Engages on the shop floor and in work activities to provide direct support as needed while additionally coaching and mentoring facility personnel in quality methods and procedures.Assures compliance in program quality, risk management, safety, process improvement.Develops, manages, and monitors operating unit quality metrics, corrective action boards, and program audit metrics and processes to facilitate continuous improvement activities.Frequent interface with customer representatives, including on-site DCMA representatives, concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications.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.Promotes the professional development of the quality workforce and fosters a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around employee engagement and inclusion, affordability, innovation, value growth and continuous improvement.We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, 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.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.Basic Qualifications:Must have a bachelor's degree AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering/ Quality, OR a Master's Degree AND 2 years; of related professional/ military experience, OR a PHD AND 0 years of related work experience.Must have prior management/leadership experience.Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required) AND PAR (Special Programs Access)Preferred Qualifications:Previous experience managing direct reportsAbility to perform quality related data analysisStrong background in AuditsSix Sigma Green/Black Belt certificationFamiliarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certifi cation process.Experience working with Government agenciesStrong leadership and employee engagement skillsAbility to document, plan, and manage projectsStrong written and verbal communication skillsPrior Factory Quality experienceExcellent oral and written communication, data analysis and problem-solving skillsExperience successfully engaging on the shop floor to provide solutions and coach and mentor others in the use of quality principles and practicesExperience leading continuous improvement activitiesDemonstrated problems solving skills in a manufacturing environment and can demonstrate a high level of understanding concerning Quality AssuranceDemonstrated ability to work with minimal oversight and in a multi-discipline team environment, providing insight and solutions to complicated technical issuesExperience articulating concepts and concerns to technical and non-technical professionalsProficient with MS officeSalary Range: $96,700 USD - $145,100 USDEmployees 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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