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Defines and monitors mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs. Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements. Assesses program performance and risks and determines resources to ensure mission assurance.

Position Summary

• Defines and monitors mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs.
• Performs or assures quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Assess program performance and risks and determines resources to ensure mission success.

Essential Functions

• Lead a team of quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to maintain and expand the compliance and risk management systems for Commercial Powder and Medium Caliber value streams.
• Provides direct supervision. Responsible for the supervision of salary employees and all disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for supporting documentation to meet customer requirements.
• Be an advocate for, and strictly follow, all NRE safety, quality, environmental, and
  production rules and procedures.
• Identify and grow strong people managers and future leaders.
• Actively support an environment of employee engagement and inclusion.
• Lead NREs ISO certification program.

Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions

• Stand, walk, sit, and climb steps regularly.
• Ability to operate a computer.

Key Abilities Required to Perform Essential Functions

• 
  Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Good computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook,
PowerPoint)

• Detail oriented
• Proven ability to function in a high-performance team environment.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and train employees with diverse backgrounds and skill

sets

• Ability to execute to departmental goals and objectives with minimal day-to-day

supervision.

• Commitment to operating safely, with environmental awareness, and with a focus on

producing a quality product.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree In a relevant field with 10 years of experience, Master’s Degree in a

relevant field with 8 years of experience OR 14 years of relevant experience in the field.

• Extensive experience in Quality Systems, ISO compliance, supplier auditing, incoming

materials inspections, DCMA relations, risk management techniques, and root
cause/failure analysis methodologies

• Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing planning schedules and staffing.
• Experience developing relationships with Customers and Suppliers preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Northrop Grumman New River Energetics is seeking an experienced Quality professional to lead a team of Quality Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Technicians to maintain and expand the compliance and risk management systems for Commercial Powder and Medium Caliber Load/Assemble/Pack value streams. Candidate will have extensive experience in Quality Systems, ISO compliance, supplier auditing, incoming materials inspections, DCMA relations, risk management techniques, and root cause/failure analysis methodologies.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to
sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. #NGSkills

Salary Range: $116,200 USD - $174,400 USD

Employees 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.