Manager Supplier Quality 3

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 5, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) sector has an opening for a Supplier Quality Manager 3 supporting the Navigation, Intelligence, and Connectivity Division . This position can be based in either San Diego, CA or Baltimore, MD . What You Will Get To Do: The Supplier Quality Manager will be the Division lead for the Networking, Intelligence, and Connectivity Division. Direct reports include 3 Supplier Quality Managers located in Cincinnati, Woodland Hills, and San Diego and 2 Staff Supplier Quality Engineers. Roles and Responsibilities: Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management for the NIC Division Leads and mentors Supplier Quality Managers and Engineers (SQEs) Ability to effectively engage, communicate and develop strong business relationships with all levels of leadership and professionals within the supplier(s) organization, internal customers and stakeholders to coordinate and partner on improvement programs/actions to achieve and sustain high levels of performance Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance Develops Supplier Management Plans (SMPs) Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues Keeps leadership apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks Actively engages in supplier evaluation, qualification and selection as part of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and as new procurements are required on existing programs Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, supplier product readiness reviews (SPRRs), source selection evaluations, supplier segmentation (Strategic, Critical, Transactional), development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs Defines supplier segmentation strategies for critical, key, and high-risk suppliers Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and 9 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant experience Experience leading and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products and services 5 years of experience as team lead and/or manager of people including working in a cross-functional environment Experience working with engineering, manufacturing, and program management Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance U.S. citizen Preferred Qualifications: Experience in managing a broad range of suppliers including providers of complex components/assemblies/systems, services, and commodities Experience with source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation Ability to assess a supplier’s factory operational model and walk a manufacturing line/process Experience in conducting Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis and related evaluation tools/processes SAP Business System experience Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management System certification process 3 years of leadership experience in disciplines such as quality, program Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication, leadership, and mentoring skills and confidence to brief upper management Defense Industry experience as a Program or Project Manager, Quality Manager, Supplier Quality Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Engineering Manager or Manufacturing Management Current, active Secret Clearance, or higher. What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $263,200.00 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.

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