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The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY, Palm Beach Gardens, FL and San Jose, CA.
Northrup Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) is currently seeking an experienced Engineering Technician - Level 3 or 4 to support the Mission & Quality Assurance Functions at our Elkton, Maryland site.
Job Summary:
Provide broad support to the Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance departments within Mission Assurance and facilitate compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), AS9100, other statutory and regulatory requirements and program specific requirements. On a daily basis, this person will interface with inspectors and operators as a liaison with the Quality Engineering and audit groups, help resolve Quality/Production issues, conduct and coordinate internal audits, manage Nonconformance and Corrective Action efforts and support internal improvement activities.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide direct quality and technical support on a variety of technical tasks in support of compliance to program, quality, organizational, and industry requirements Support the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of quality policy and procedures within the Quality Management System (QMS) including performing internal audits to assess conformance, supporting external audits, and managing corrective/preventive action Interface with various levels of technical, quality and operations personnel to ensure their understanding of inspection results, including reports of anomalies Interpret technical and quality requirements and provide inspection method guidance to engineering, design and inspection personnel Evaluate non-conformances, prepare non-conformance reports and maintain documentation through resolution and closure Perform Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) analysis and maintain documentation through implementation and closure Coordinate First article inspections with Quality engineering, manufacturing, and inspection personnel including planning, monitoring, records, and analysis Support daily housekeeping of manufacturing and inspection areas, equipment and processes to comply with Foreign Object Damage control requirements Facilitate and implement cost reduction and process improvement activities Provide support for investigations and special analysis assignments Lead and adhere to safety standards and procedures
This requisition may be filled at either an Engineering Technician 3 or Engineering Technician 4 based upon demonstrated education, experience, and competency.
Basic Qualifications Engineering Technician 3:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of a combined 4 years of continuing education in a related field and/or directly related work experience with quality management systems in an aerospace, mechanical, electrical, and/or propulsion field including support for ISO9001 and/or AS9100 compliance and monitoring
Able to read engineering documentation (drawings, models, specs), interpret drawing dimensions, features, and parts lists, develop inspection plans, identify critical features, and choose the appropriate physical inspection methods and equipment to determine compliance of items to design requirements
Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to understand and work within multiple enterprise-wide systems (TIPQA, Cost Point and TCUA)
Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action tools, such as Ishikawa, FMEA, DOE, KTA (Kepner Tregoe Analysis), 5Why, etc
Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
Positive individual with strong attention to detail and accuracy who is willing to expand current skill set through schooling and training
Self-starter who is able to work independently through technical problems towards an implementable solution as well as work well in a team environment
Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance
Basic Qualifications Engineering Technician 4:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of a combined 6 years of continuing education in a related field and/or directly related work experience with quality management systems in an aerospace, mechanical, electrical, and/or propulsion field including support for ISO9001 and/or AS9100 compliance and monitoring
Able to read engineering documentation (drawings, models, specs), interpret drawing dimensions, features, and parts lists, develop inspection plans, identify critical features, and choose the appropriate physical inspection methods and equipment to determine compliance of items to design requirements
Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to understand and work within multiple enterprise-wide systems (TIPQA, Cost Point and TCUA)
Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action tools, such as Ishikawa, FMEA, DOE, KTA (Kepner Tregoe Analysis), 5Why, etc
Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
Positive individual with strong attention to detail and accuracy who is willing to expand current skill set through schooling and training
Self-starter who is able to work independently through technical problems towards an implementable solution as well as work well in a team environment
Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Accredited certification in Quality and/or Mission assurance field
Familiarity with key materials, technologies and/or processes such as machining, welding, CT scanning, additive manufacturing, non-destructive testing, laser/light inspection techniques, and chemical processing
Demonstrated process control and improvement experience and knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or similar tools
Active Secret DoD Security clearance
This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.
Salary Range: $58,800 - $98,000
Salary Range 2: $69,800 - $116,400
Employees may be eligible for 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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.