Principal Quality Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we ’II support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you ’II have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a talented and experienced Principal Quality Analyst to join the MESA Program Quality Team at the BWI plant in Baltimore, Maryland . As a MESA Program Quality Analyst you will be expected to personally grow and champion continuous development both personally and for your peers. You should be someone who always chooses to act with integrity in which high ethical and moral standards characterize who you are. You should be someone who chooses to enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results while also satisfying the needs of both your internal and external customers. You should have a track record that proves you know how to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that will attract, retain, and encourage diverse and engaged talent. You should consistently work to ensure that your team and the teams you support are prepared with the information and tools needed for optimal performance. If this description fits who you are and you wish to join a fast-paced team that builds and executes strategies that result in sustainable value creation, then we need you on our team! What You'll Get to Do: Perform Traceability Audits of material movements in Inventory. The audits are to ensure that MESA material in Inventory is traceable to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Requires 4-6 weeks training (in person). Conduct process reviews to provide process validation, improve productivity and performance. Perform AS9100 audits to ensure compliance with standard requirements. Prepare, maintain and review quality assurance procedures to assure compliance with customer and/or government requirements. Strong communication skills (both oral and written), and organizational skills. Must work well in a team setting. Coordinate with the NGC Global Supply Chain (GSC), and the Supplier Quality and Mission Assurance functions to enhance cross harmonization of activities and initiatives. Attention to detail and works with an appropriate sense of urgency. Additional relevant duties as required by the program. Basic Qualifications: 5 Years related experience with a Bachelors; or 3 Years related experience with a Masters; or 1 Year related experience with a PhD; or 9 years of related experience will be accepted in lieu of Bachelor's degree Experience with AS9100/ISO9001, audits and requirements. Experience with SAP transactions Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance US Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: Certified AS9100 Lead auditor Advanced experience using SAP/S4 ERP system Experience with Supplier Corrective Action Request/Corrective Action Requests and Root Cause Analysis MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00 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.

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