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Associate Quality Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Secret
$63,000 - $94,600
Unspecified
IT - QA and Test
Palmdale, CA (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is looking for an MRB Associate Quality Analyst to support a program located in Palmdale, CA.

Associate Quality Analyst Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Preliminary Review Authority or previous Preliminary Review Authority is required with a first pass yield of 94% or greater
  • Training and thorough knowledge of Nonconforming Material Control (NMC) Manual Via MRB Mentorship or previous MRB membership
  • Knowledge of Global Manufacturing processes as defined in process specifications or previous manufacturing experience
  • Must be able to work 2nd shift
  • Ability to obtain and maintain MRB Authority
  • Ability to make decisions that impact the organization's credibility, operations, and services
  • Ability to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints.
  • Able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously
  • Must be able to lift up to 20lbs, be able to verify defects by climbing on to or under aircraft in confined spaces and sit for up to 5-10 hours at a time
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret as well as Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs


Preferred Qualifications
  • First Pass Yield of 98% or greater
  • Current or previous inspection experience
  • Current or previous MRB experience
  • Active DOD Secret clearance as well as Program Special Access, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
  • Experience interfacing with executive leadership
  • Experience interfacing with government/customer


Primary Level Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00

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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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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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