Job Description
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Mission Assurance Engineer 4 located in our San Diego Rancho Carmel facility!
This is not a remote position.
Basic Requirements Mission Assurance Engineer 4 :
Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related field AND a minimum of 8 years of experience OR MS with 6 years of experience OR PhD with 4 years of experience.
Experience interfacing with suppliers, customers, work associates/teams, and/or management.
• Experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action tools such as; Ishikawa, FMEA, 5-Why, etc.
• Experience with FAI (First Article Inspection) background
• Experience with MRB (Material Review Board) standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite skills - Project Management
• Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certification process.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret Clearance
• US Citizenship
Preferred Requirements Mission Assurance Engineer 4 :
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
• Experience with quality engineering, inspection methods, production control, manufacturing operations, product test & evaluation, reliability, root cause analysis, defect analysis, control of nonconforming material, product sell off, shipping and product support as they apply to quality.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification to help drive continuous improvement
• CAM/Earned Value certification/experience
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: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00The 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Mission Assurance Engineer 4 located in our San Diego Rancho Carmel facility!
This is not a remote position.
Basic Requirements Mission Assurance Engineer 4 :
Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related field AND a minimum of 8 years of experience OR MS with 6 years of experience OR PhD with 4 years of experience.
Experience interfacing with suppliers, customers, work associates/teams, and/or management.
• Experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action tools such as; Ishikawa, FMEA, 5-Why, etc.
• Experience with FAI (First Article Inspection) background
• Experience with MRB (Material Review Board) standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite skills - Project Management
• Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certification process.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret Clearance
• US Citizenship
Preferred Requirements Mission Assurance Engineer 4 :
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
• Experience with quality engineering, inspection methods, production control, manufacturing operations, product test & evaluation, reliability, root cause analysis, defect analysis, control of nonconforming material, product sell off, shipping and product support as they apply to quality.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification to help drive continuous improvement
• CAM/Earned Value certification/experience
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: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00The 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.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 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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