Software Quality Engineer - Warner Robins, GA, United States - Northrop Grumman

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
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers
Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept
of Defense Instruction
The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service , for up to 180 days
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels
SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as Active-duty service members
Responsibilities for this internship position are: Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge ) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge
During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role
The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week
Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program
Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment
This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training
Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC
Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1
This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities
Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible

From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality
Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration
Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world
With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future
The successful candidate will join our Mission Assurance team and support the System and Software Solutions Operating unit located in Warner Robins, GA
Major responsibilities will include implementing software quality standards across multiple programs and supporting some hardware technical activities when required
Perform program product and process audits
Ensuring that project and process control documentation is in accordance with contract requirements, program planning, and NG policies, processes, and procedures
Reviewing software design, code and unit test, integration, change specifications, and plans for contractual and/or process requirements
Reviewing Engineering Change Requests, technical documents, and design drawings
Work as part of a high performing and inclusive Mission Assurance and Quality support team to ensure program and product workmanship, and compliance to internal and external industry standards
The System and Software Solutions Operating Unit develops, designs, manufactures, operates, and maintains airborne platforms, sensors and electronic warfare systems for US military services and our international allies
Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Systems and Software Solutions operating unit wants you to join us as a Software Quality Engineer 2
The location for this position is in Warner Robins, GA
This position will be on 1st shift

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation plans to assist program activities for processing software and materials into partially finished or finished products.
• Collaborate with Program and Engineering management on program quality planning and the establishment of program quality objectives.
• Working with the Engineering Process Group, collaborate with software engineering and systems engineering functions to ensure quality standards are in place and followed.
• Assists with verification and acceptance testing of software and system products.
• Supports CMMI and AS9100 audit activities and audits quality systems for non-conformance identification and corrective action.
• Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable quality standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
• Assists Software Engineering in collecting and reporting metrics.
• Cross-train in the hardware quality engineering department to support when required.
• Provide Quality support and assistance to electronics manufacturing and repair teams to include Technicians, Engineers, and Inspectors
• Populate and maintain Corrective Action databases (HQMS) to track nonconformance data and trends.
• Support Quality Assurance inspection activities when required, to include performing or assisting with First Article Inspections (FAI)
• Coordinate nonconformance containment and corrective action implementation activities
• Supports the Program, Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams with data analytics for improvement processes

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other STEM-related field with 2 years of relevant software development integration work experience OR master's degree in engineering or other STEM-related field of relevant software development and integration work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software development processes including Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral Development processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of CMMI.
• Demonstrated experience in the collection of software data and metrics for reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in process and product evaluation.
• Experience conducting internal audits (AS9100, In-Process, Factory Accountability).
• Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action methods.
• Must be able to work on-site in Warner Robins, Georgia.
• Must have Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance.
• Meets DoD SkillBridge qualifications as per DODI Preferred qualifications
• Experience in a Software Engineering environment in an engineering capacity, work plan review, manufacturing readiness review, and root cause/corrective action analysis.
• Certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and excellent communication skills are a must.
• Experience with software code review and open to learning different software tools.
• Experience with nonconforming material processes and procedures.
• Experience performing electronics manufacturing and/or repair inspections.
• Strong attention to detail required as this position requires processing data and tracking requirements across several programs simultaneously.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience with agile processes and tools.
• Proficiency in SharePoint and Excel.
• Excellent skills in critical thinking, and writing
• ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 trained auditor.
• Active DOD Secret Security Clearance

DSSB Salary Range:
$68,500 - $102,700 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
Employees may be eligible for 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 va