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Quality Inspector 2

Northrop Grumman
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Gilbert, AZ, USA
Sep 20, 2026
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Quality Inspector - Level 2 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ

In this role you will Inspect spacecraft and components, parts, and sub-assemblies for operation and conformance to government and/or company standards and specifications. Issues non-conformance reports for any noted discrepancies. Inspects the adjustments, repairs, or modifications made to spacecrafts and spacecraft components, sub-assemblies and final product.

This position will have 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift activities and occasional overtime or weekend support.

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

  • Performs Configuration Audits of flight hardware prior to acceptance.
  • Reviews test data to verify compliance with quality procedures and specifications i.e. auditing ISO 9001/AS 9100.
  • Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. 
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.   
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • Experience as a Quality Assurance inspector or equivalent role in either a system-level or integration & test environment
  • Fluent in the use of Microsoft applications and ability learn new computer programs/applications easily
  • Excellent technical writing skills are required
  • Strong work ethic and a good attitude - it should be evident from the output of work that the best possible effort was given
  • Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing much direction from manager or team lead
  • Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings, part lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
  • Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift activities and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
  • Previous experience working in ISO certified environment and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities

PreferredQualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in aerospace workmanship standards for aerospace vehicle electrical harnesses, including crimping and/or soldering (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc...)
  • Knowledge of TipQA, Costpoint, MES, or other database applications
  • Knowledge on how to read & interpret schematics and wire lists
  • Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies (e.g. IPC)
  • Technical Associates (2 year) degree from accredited institution
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00The 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.

Job ID

R10250409
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.

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