Principal Quality Analyst - 14779-1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Principal Quality Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be based out of Roy, Utah. What you will get to do: The selected candidate will support Mission Assurance functions to ensure mission success. The Principal Quality Analyst (A03) will develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with AS9100 requirements, quality assurance programs, policies, processes, procedures, and conformance to product quality specifications requirements. Will participate in creating, facilitating, and completing Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) activities, providing guidance in the establishment of root cause by using the 8D methodology to assure complete and accurate problem-solving techniques. This will include analysis of corrective action defect trends. Will work directly with operating entities to ensure completeness of corrective actions with objective evidence, while meeting identified requirements, ultimately ensuring that the quality assurance programs and policies pertaining to the Strategic Deterrent System (SDS) Division Quality Management Systems are in accordance with AS9100 requirements. Basic Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or 3 years of relevant experience with a Master's, or 1 year of relevant experience with a PhD. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret; etc.) 2 years' experience working in an AS9100 or ISO9001 compliant organization. 1 year experience in developing or reviewing Root Cause / Corrective Action activity Experience in Quality Management Systems Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years Quality Management System (QMS) and Root Cause Corrective Action analysis Continual Improvement Risk Analysis and Management Process Improvement Experience with document control process Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate in a team environment. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? 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