Sentinel Mission Assurance - Design Assurance Manager 1 - 7951-2

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Roy, UT, USA
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Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Mission Assurance - Design Assurance Manager 1.  This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program.   

 

What You’ll Get To Do:  

·         Analyzing and validating electromechanical hardware models, systems, and other related documents (e.g., GD&T, materials, form/fit/function, manufacturability, feasibility, and economy of fabrication).

·         Recommending changes/revisions to design packages necessary for approval and buy-off during multiphase review meetings as a Mission Assurance (MA) / DA representative.

·         Review practices, procedures, and processes aiming to standardize and continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness to reduce risk to product quality.

·         Participating in engineering boards as a Mission Assurance / Design Assurance representative.

·         Develop and maintain metrics representative of assigned scope for program review and visibility

·         Review subcontractor design work and provide recommendations/changes for approval.

·         Maintain a Quality Management System ensuring that products and services conform to company standards of excellence (e.g., AS9100, Statement of Work).

·         Perform other Mission Assurance related tasks and objectives (e.g., program improvement efforts, collaborations, planning).

 

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  
• 401k  
• Educational Assistance  
• Life Insurance  
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions   
• Paid Time Off   
• Health & Wellness Resources   
• Employee Discounts  

 

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.   Relocation may be offered.

 

You’ll Bring These Qualifications: 

·         Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience or Masters degree and 3 years experience

·         1+ year(s) experience leading projects or cross-functional teams.

·         Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

 

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: 

·         Experience managing people.

·         Experience as a design engineer or design assurance engineer.

·         Experience with Siemens CPLM and NX or similar.

·         Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously.

·         Experience in Mission Assurance / Quality.

·         Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.

·         Experience with abiding and maintaining a multiphase design/approval process.

·         Experience with abiding and maintaining a Quality Management System.

·         Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO9001 certified workplace.

·         Experience with Agile software development methodologies.

 

Primary Level Salary Range: $104,500.00 - $156,700.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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