Principal Engineer Quality (CMM)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 seeking a talented Principal Engineer Quality (CMM) located in Rolling Meadows, IL.
What you will get to do:
- Utilize knowledge of ISO/ASME GD&T to interpret engineering layouts, drawings, and documentation to develop, validate, optimize and maintain advanced PC-DMIS inspection programs for DCC CMM systems.
- Develop offline programming methodologies utilizing 3D models and model-based definition (MBD) datasets.
- Closely work with inspection management to build, formalize and maintain a documented training plan.
- Evaluate and interpret engineering models and calibration results.
- Demonstrate measurement methodologies to potential customers like Boeing, Lockheed Martin etc.
- Cross train inspectors across the breadth of inspection tasks.
- Assist inspectors to inspect, verify, and validate parts and assemblies of mechanical, electrical, structural components or systems.
- Monitor and verify that product quality is in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and other control procedures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
- Maintain necessary inspection documentation, write inspection reports, and enter inspection data and defect information into a computer database.
- Participate in team activities and provide expertise and guidance for effective problem-resolution.
- Serve as the interface between Design Engineering and Receiving Inspection personnel.
The ideal candidate must have knowledge of SAP (enterprise resource planning) to document inspection results, quality records, and manufacturing data.
Basic Qualifications Principal Engineer Quality (CMM):
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM field of study with minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality; Master’s Degree in a related STEM field with 3 years of experience.
- Hands-on experience developing PC-DMIS programs.
- Experience using CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and other advanced metrology equipment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of metrology concepts, ASME Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing, GD&T and NIST traceable standards
- Experience with quality and regulatory standards (ISO 9001 or AS9100).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
- US Citizenship Required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Secret Clearance
- Experience performing FAI and generating inspection reports (AS 9102)
- Experience assisting calibration of capital metrology equipment
- Experience in investigating and documenting EPRs (Equipment Performance Reports) related to calibration deviations
- Math heavy problem-solving experience to interpret complex blueprints, SPC (Statistical Process Control) data, and measurement uncertainties.
- Experience evaluating and selecting new metrology equipment
- Experience training inspectors on CMM measurement techniques, CMM programming, and metrology best practices
- Experience navigating CAD programs (NX, Creo, SolidWorks) and familiarity with MSA (Measurement System Analysis) and SPC software (Minitab, QC-Calc...).
- Experience developing measurement programs in PC-DMIS for use by quality personnel and troubleshoot CMM when needed
- Manage test method equipment qualification activities in conjunction with Quality Engineering and Program Management
- Experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive environment.
- Experience writing precise technical reports and collaborate with QA personnel, Engineering and Production dept.
Primary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00The 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.