Sr Principal Mission Assurance Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Rolling Meadows
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we ’II support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you ’II have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Start your future with a new mission, Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems sector is hiring a Sr Principal Mission Assurance Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals supporting the Rolling Meadows facility supporting the Block 60 and EODAS programs that are part of the Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) division. This opportunity will be located in Rolling Meadows, IL . What You’ll Get To Do: The position will afford the opportunity to interact with all functions and levels of the organization. Effective communication skills are a must. This person will be the primary technical advisor for all the restricted programs across the Rolling Meadows campus. In addition, the candidate will provide expert technical advice and guidance to team members. The ideal candidate will have extensive practical knowledge and experience in the following areas: Ensuring internal and contractual requirements are understood, and a path to compliance is established. Skilled in actively participating in technical reviews (SAARR, PDR, CDR) to evaluate system designs and ensure compliance with project requirements. Skilled in conducting comprehensive contract reviews to ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory standards. Utilize quantitative and predictive analysis to collaborate with program teams in assessing risks and opportunities, communicates findings to the project manager, and proactively identifies and escalates potentially mishandled risk issues, especially those related to risk acceptance. Experience with configuration management, Configuration Control Board and a solid understanding of effectivity of design changes. Knowledge of common engineering/manufacturing tools, methodologies and standards Ability to identify and review product nonconformances, root cause/corrective action trends to drive prevention Utilize Advanced Problem Solving tools to determine root cause and corrective action while leveraging comprehensive metrics and data analysis for complex problems and to prevent recurrence. Plan, establish, implement and conduct scheduled and unscheduled audits to ensure that the Quality Management System is effectively implemented and maintained. Understanding methods for verifying measurements, inspection and test requirements Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex contracts including experience with customer engagement to resolve complex contractual and compliance issues. Skilled in verifying and assuring that project requirements meet quality and compliance standards Generate Basis of Estimate for proposals. Work as a specific Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Rolling Meadows Quality and Mission Assurance team on QMS principles and can resolve QMS questions/concerns Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Science and a minimum of 8 years of experience or a Master's degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience or 4 years with a Ph.D In-depth knowledge of NG Quality Management System processes (Principles and Operating. Practices, ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer FAR & DFAR requirements) and can resolve QMS questions/concerns Experience with customer interactions, including DCMA Active DoD Secret security clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years US Citizenship Required Preferred Qualifications: Ability to use Advanced Problem Solving tools to determine root cause and corrective action while leveraging comprehensive metrics and data analysis for complex problems and to prevent recurrence. Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex contracts including experience with customer engagement to resolve complex contractual and compliance issues. Experience with generating Basis of Estimate for proposals. Financial planning, budgeting, and earned value experience for both proposals and program execution. Green Belt Certified/Black Belt Certified Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 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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