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Principal/Engineer Mission Assurance (Level 2 or 3)

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-timeLevel 2: $79,300 - $118,900; Level 3: $98,400 - $147,600

You will serve as a mission assurance professional within Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, taking ownership of program specifications, quality standards, and risk management processes. The role requires monitoring contractor and supplier performance against contractual requirements while assessing overall program health and resource allocation. You'll collaborate across departments to implement customer requirements and maintain compliance with aerospace quality management systems. This position is ideal for engineers with strong technical backgrounds who want to impact high-stakes national security projects while developing expertise in process improvement and quality assurance methodologies. The role demands on-site presence in Arizona and willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time, with overtime flexibility required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of related experience OR Master's degree (Level 2); BS Engineering with 5+ years OR Master's with 3+ years (Level 3)Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret security clearanceExperience implementing AS9100 Quality Management System requirementsStrong interdepartmental collaboration and communication skillsRoot Cause and Corrective Action analysis expertise (Level 3 requires advanced understanding)Technical background in Ammunitions and Explosives preferred for Level 3
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2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.

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