Principal/Engineer Mission Assurance; Level 2
Listed on 2026-03-10
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time
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.
If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a Principal/Engineer Mission Assurance - Level 2 or 3, your role in Chandler, AZ will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?
Inthis job, you will:
- Define and monitor mission assurance program specifications and processes to ensure mission success of programs.
- Perform or assure quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Assess program performance and risks and determine resources to ensure mission assurance.
Due to the sensitive nature of our work this is a fully on-site position; hybrid or remote work is not available. Relocation is not available for this role.
This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
- Familiarity with customer and internal requirements implementation and flow-down
- Interdepartmental collaboration and communication skills
- Experience developing and working to an AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS)
- Bachelors of Science in Engineering +5 years of experience;
Masters Degree + 3 years of experience;
PhD + 1 years of experience - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
- Familiarity with customer and internal requirements implementation and flow-down
- Interdepartmental collaboration and communication skills
- Experience developing and working to an AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS)
- Demonstrated skill with process improvement projects
- Strong technical writing skills
Experience:
- Secret Clearance
- Experience working in the Aerospace industry
- Extensive experience with RCCA analysis, investigation, and implementation
- Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) as customer base
- Experience with MDA Assurance Provisions (MAP) and MDA Parts, Materials, and Processes Mission Assurance Plan (PMAP)
- Experience generating QMS command media
- Team leadership experience
- Ability to Mentor/train new hires
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?
We work a 9/80 schedule (9 hours per day Mon‑Thurs, 8 hours every other Friday with the alternate Friday off)
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Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $ Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $ 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…
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