RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Process Improvement Analyst 2/3 to join the IBCS Quality and Mission Assurance team. This position will be in Huntsville, Alabama; remote opportunities may be available.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Tracks program training requirements and inputs completions in the training database
• Sends notifications and reminders to program personnel to complete training
• Compiles, reviews, and provides training data and metrics to the Process Quality Lead for presentation to management
• Supports the Process Quality Lead in coordinating the quarterly Program Training Council
• Authors and coordinates updates of program training and training documentation for the program
• Supports program course instructors with class logistics and documentation
• Provides support to the Process Improvement team for tracking and updating program process assets, including participation in release boards and document reviews
• Provides support to the Quality and Mission Assurance team for audits, reports, and other tasks as needed

Basic Qualifications Level 2

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of additional process improvement-related experience; or 6 years of experience in lieu of degree with Process improvement -related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to display tact, discretion, and diplomacy in dealing with all levels of employees and customers
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and possess the skills required to manage time and tasks independently
• Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL

Basic Qualifications Level 3

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of additional process improvement-related experience; or 9 years of experience in lieu of degree with Process Improvement related experience
• Experience in Process/Continuous‑improvement within a high‑mix, high‑volume manufacturing environment (aerospace, defense, automotive, or similar).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Strong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to display tact, discretion, and diplomacy in dealing with all levels of employees and customers
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and possess the skills required to manage time and tasks independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• Training or professional course development experience
• Database entry experience
• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification
• Six-Sigma or Lean certification
• Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00

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.