Quality Control Technician (Level 3 or 4)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE : None

TRAVEL : Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 has a remarkable opportunity for Quality Control Technician 3 to support our Armament Systems business unit in Mesa, AZ .

Armament Systems is a leading supplier of integrated medium-caliber weapon systems for land, air and sea platforms through its world-renowned Bushmaster® line of automatic cannons produced at its Mesa, Arizona facility.

This position may be filled as a Quality Control Technician Level 3 or 4, as it relates to the candidate's education and / or years of experience .

Position Overview

Performs analysis and tests of raw materials, packaging materials, and / or finished products from manufacturing, to ensure quality standards and compliance to customer and regulatory requirements, and tolerance specifications for the chemical or physical property.

Performs a variety of qualitative tests or qualitative assays on samples, and to aid in maintenance and certification of test instruments and apparatus to ensure compliance.

Prepares and monitors quality statistics and reports.

Reviews production records for conformance to procedures.

Conducts non-conformance tests of manufactured, packaged or tested product.

Responsibilities

Inspects purchased materials, assembled components, and final assemblies for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements.

Inspects for proper identification and dimensions using such measuring devices as micrometers, gauges, and calipers.

Visually inspects for obvious defects or damage such as corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, and pits.

Verifies specifications using contracts, purchase orders, prints, drawing or inspection instructions, and checklists.

Inspections may involve or three-dimensional projections using inspection equipment such as bore and telescope gauges, and optical comparators.

Makes accept / reject decisions on inspected goods. Maintains records of results.

Cross-train across quality functions.

Perform First Article Inspections.

Interact with DCMA and other customer representatives.

Basic Qualifications :

For Quality Control Technician 3

High School diploma, or equivalent, plus 4 years of experience in quality or relevant field

Experience with purchase order, contract, specification and drawing interpretations.

Print reading and GDT experience.

Basic PC skills including knowledge of MS Office products.

For Quality Control Technician 4

High School diploma, or equivalent, plus 6 years of experience in quality or relevant field

Experience with purchase order, contract, specification and drawing interpretations.

Print reading and GDT experience.

Basic PC skills including knowledge of MS Office products.

Primary Level Salary Range : $51,200.00 - $85,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range : $60,800.00 - $101,400.00

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 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.