Mission Assurance Manager - Level 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager  – Level 1 to join our team in Promontory, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

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.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

• Develop, modify, apply and maintain quality systems and collaborate with operations and engineering to ensure quality standards are met.

• Develop and implement methods and procedures for inspecting and evaluating the design compliance of rocket motor hardware and the capability of production and inspection equipment.

• Drive technological advancements in inspection capabilities and lead the development, improvement, and qualification of inspection processes.

• Ensuring Quality Inspector resources are provided when and where needed to support the Promontory campus.

• Developing, communicating and implementing the S&MA (Safety and Mission Assurance) vision, strategy, goals and metrics that drive business objectives for cost, safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

• Utilize effective talent management strategies to attract, develop, retain and engage the right people for the organization.  

• Responsibilities for this position also include interacting with various program and customers and working to resolve concerns and customer corrective action requests. 

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• STEM Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience – OR – STEM Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience.

• No clearance required to start

• 1+ years in a leadership role.  

• Strong working knowledge of inspection processes and inspection techniques using advance equipment 

• Strong working knowledge of Quality policies, procedures and processes 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with customers 

• Demonstrated problem solving skills in a teaming environment

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to coach, develop and mentor

• Demonstrated budget management skills

• Working knowledge of the MRB processes

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Well versed in Mistake Proofing principles

• Strong background of Lean implementation with proven results

• Recruiting and talent development skills 

• Ability to get things done through formal and informal channels.

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.  

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $104,500.00 - $156,700.00

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.