Apqp Program Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD (NOW HIRING)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription
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The Sector Quality Auditors are a catalyst for building a world-class quality culture where compliance is seamless, processes are intelligent, and innovation is expected. This role goes beyond compliance to assess process performance, risk management, defect prevention and organizational learning, driving continuous improvement across the organization.
This position will be based full-time on-site in Linthicum, MD near the Baltimore area.
What You'll Get To Do:

• Establishes and executes proactive risk-based audit program for the Mission Systems sector
• Ensure audits assess both compliance with requirements and process adequacy
• Support sector level audit plans to ensure maximum coverage of risk across a geographically distributed team
• Responsible for the development of audit scope and coordination of cross functional subject matter experts in support of audit objectives
• Support monthly audit opening and closing meetings with Sector and Quality leaders
• Leverage data to identify trends, drive prioritization, and inform leadership decisions
• Monitor compliance performance, escalate systemic risks, and drive preventative actions
• Support Management Reviews through data analysis, reporting, scheduling and action tracking
• Preparing for and supporting internal, external, and corporate audit activities
• Serve as the sector liaison at key MS sites as assigned

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and 6 years of relevant experience; or 4 years with a PhD of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9145, AS9102 and other regulatory compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and audit to complex policies, procedures, government regulations and workflow
• Demonstrated experience supporting change management through implementation of improved processes and standards
• Ability to utilize performance trends and leading indicators to shape audit strategy
• Demonstrated ability to assess organizational risk through audit processes and determined process robustness
• Qualified Auditor
• Experience with risk and opportunity management
• Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Experience auditing and managing compliance with QMS requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• STEM Degree
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or AS9100 Certified Lead Auditor
• Experience with APQP and PPAP
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industry
• Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00
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.