Software Quality Engineer

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Salary: £47,400 - £71,000

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK. At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible. This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

Opportunity: This is more than just a job; it’s a mission. The primary purpose of this job is to deliver Mission Assurance support across assigned bids and projects/programmes, monitoring progress of Software and System aspects of complex system development for technical and process compliance with a focus on oversight, and acceptance of system deliverables. This role has the authority to prevent the release of deliverables until accepted standards are achieved.

Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. As well as developing and supporting UK wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems, our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer – with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, we seek to solve the world’s most challenging problems. If you are looking for a career with meaning where you can make a difference to the nation’s security and support critical missions, then look no further.

Role responsibilities:

• Conduct MA/QA activities during business acquisition and programme execution in accordance with company processes and procedures.
• Provide independent oversight on assigned bids/programme to ensure compliance with all required external standards, internal command media and contractual requirements in accordance with the programme Quality Management Plan.
• Participate in bid and programme Gate Reviews to assist the teams in achieving mission success.
• Work with project teams, Supply Chain staff and the MA Team to assure Supplier Quality, including supplier corrective actions (SCAR) activities and ongoing supplier performance KPI monitoring.
• Establish effective relationships with key supplier quality personnel.

We are looking for:

• Quality Assurance experience, ideally in a software/systems engineering environment.
• Experience of UK MOD assurance requirements and working practices.
• Track record of delivering to identified Quality Assurance requirements.
• Experience of quality improvement activities, including Lessons Learnt, 8D RCCA, 5-WHYS.
• Experience of risk identification and reporting.

If you don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Sometimes, people hesitate to apply because they can’t tick every box. We encourage you to apply if you believe the role will suit you well, even if you don’t meet all the criteria. You might be exactly who we are looking for, either for this position or for our opportunities at Northrop Grumman UK. We are on an exciting growth trajectory and growing our teams across the UK.

Security clearance: Due to the nature of our work, you must be British National for this clearance type. You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC).

Benefits: We can offer you a range of flexible working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private health care, cash health plan, holiday buy and sell, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work.
• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise, and nurture your passion.

Ready to apply? Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.