Principal Engineer Supplier Quality

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Woodland Hills
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity (NIC) division in Woodland Hills, Ca is seeking a P rincipal Supplier Quality Engineer to join the Supplier Performance Management (SPM) team, reporting to the SPM Woodland Hills/Salt Lake City NIC Manager. This position is instrumental in driving the supply base to provide consistently high-quality parts to support our customers. This position will be full time on-site working in the Woodland Hills, CA location. What You Will Get To Do: Represent Northrop Grumman to the supply chain with credibility, confidence, and professionalism, and support the maintenance of the approved supplier list. Engage in Program activities to identify and quantify supplier performance as a proactive risk mitigation. Represent Supplier Performance Management (SPM) at various program reviews and review boards including but not limited to Configuration Control Board (CCB), Material Review Board (MRB), Program Management Reviews (PMR), Design/Peer Reviews, Manufacturing/Test Readiness Reviews and Corrective Action Board (CAB), Process improvement (CI), Supplier Product Readiness Review (SPRR), provide input to critical supplier scorecards. Perform Specification/Drawing Compliance Reviews, (FAIRs) First Article Inspections approvals per AS9102 to ensure suppliers can ship conforming and timely products, and support Receiving Inspection on various categories of hardware but not limited to (PWBs, CCAs, cables and connectors, microelectronics, electro-mechanical systems, and mechanical components & assemblies, etc.). Perform process and product audits along with capacity assessments to ensure the supplier's processes are robust and capable, as well as compliant with Military and Space requirements. Review supplier quality history and drive activities to improve performance through partnership - Return-to-green plans, initiate and manage SCARs (Supplier Corrective Action Reports) to address nonconforming material by working cross-functionally identify root cause and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented. Candidate to have a strong knowledge in the Quality Management System in-order to conduct Root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fish-bone diagram, etc. Assists with program cost estimate development related to supplier quality activities. Liaison to SPM Field supplier quality engineers (FSQE) for program related actions and information. Support the development of entry level engineers to ensure team effectiveness and promote knowledge transfer across the organization Travel to suppliers, as required, to oversee quality investigations and complete design reviews. The ideal candidate must have great communication skills, leadership skillset, maintain a very positive relationship with internal teams and external teams, especially with suppliers, customer oriented with great sense of urgency, be able to travel up to 25% of the time domestically, and be available to drive to support local supplier site audits and meetings. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications for the Principal Engineer Supplier Quality: Bachelor’s Degree - Minimum of 5 years of work experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering. Master’s degree – Minimum of 3 years of work experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering. US Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Experienced with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 requirements. Experienced with Root cause/Corrective Action analysis tools investigations with suppliers. Experienced with Quality Management system. Valid Driver's License. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in related Quality or Engineering discipline and experience/certified in lean. SAP experienced. Experienced with J-STD-001, IPC-A-600, 610, 620 or MIL-STD-883. Experienced with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) & types of Engineering Drawings as described in ASME Y14.5 & Y14.24. Experienced with Six-sigma quality engineering methodologies. Lead auditor experience to ISO 9001 and AS9100, AS9102 requirements. Experienced in creating supplier management plans in support of NAR (Non-Advocate Review)/ICE (Independent Cost Evaluation) activities. Current active DoD Secret Clearance, or higher. Experienced with Excel/pivot tables and data analysis. Experienced with Earned Value Management and CAM. MPR What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00 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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