United States-Maryland-Linthicum, United States
$132-198k
Full Time
3 months ago
Job description
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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.Space is an arena that is unforgiving, where first-time success is paramount! Mission Assurance is a key member of the team that makes first time success a reality! Start your future with a new mission: Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP). As a part of the NGSpace Team, you will work with experts that develop systems and solutions to keep our world safe. Together we protect our troops, public safety, information, and our planet. It’s unique work. It’s challenging and rewarding. But most of all, its work that makes a difference. 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. Join us and launch your career.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2 to lead our team of qualified, diverse individuals located in Baltimore, MD at our BWI site.
The MA Manager will support critical programs within an OU and lead a high performing team responsible for delivering quality products and maintaining compliance across the organization. The MA Manager will plan and execute production plans using measurable goals and effectiveness criteria in support of the overall business strategy of the unit, division and sector. Candidates are to have a proven track record of solving complex problems through systematic and objective evaluation of information resulting in effective communication, championing, and implementation of change with a diverse set of internal and external customers and suppliers.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills combined with a “can do” attitude are essential.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Implement mission/flight assurance plans for individual spacecraft flight hardware programs addressing design, manufacturing, integration, and test activities in accordance with company and contractual requirements.
- Interface with customers, vendors, and with NG Manufacturing, Integration & Test and Engineering organizations to identify and resolve mission/flight assurance issues.
- Provide support to program Senior Flight Assurance Manager in review of various activities.
- Interfaces with other functional management, mission partners, and customers – critical component of the position. Ability to build trusted relationships and work through difficult challenges with the customers.
- Directs and coordinates quality assurance functional disciplines, including Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, Quality Programs and Quality Systems per ISO 9001/AS9100 standards and other internal/external compliance standards and regulations.
- Plans and implements professional development and career management programs for MA personnel while positively influencing employee engagement.
- Oversees the proper implementation and execution of Continuous Improvement programs.
- Provides clear assignments, helps employees connect their efforts to the bigger picture, creates an inclusive work environment characterized by mutual respect and the valuing of differences, and builds a culture that motivates employees to their highest levels of performance.
- Sets the strategy to meet customer’s expectations, regularly communicates program status.
- Assures compliance in quality, risk management, safety, process improvement, sub-contractor and supplier quality in accordance with contractual requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's + 9 years of exp; Master's + 7 years of exp; PhD + 4 years of exp.
5 years of experience in Mission Assurance, Quality, Quality Engineering, Program Management, Engineering Management or Manufacturing.
Active Top Secret clearance.
5 years of leadership experience.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certification process.
Familiarity with SAP.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current TS/SCI w/polygraph
3 years of experience in Space Programs.
5 years of experience managing teams.
Master’s degree in an engineering field.
Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt certification to drive continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to apply strong analytical skills.
Experience with technical and project management.
Demonstrated understanding of the program / product lifecycle in the areas of new business pursuit, design, supply chain management, receiving operations, inventory control, production control, product test & evaluation, reliability, root cause analysis, product sell off, shipping and product support as they apply to quality.
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