Associate Supplier Quality Analyst

Northrop Grumman

. Collect, cleanse, and maintain supplier performance and product quality data from ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, incoming inspection, nonconformance systems, and audits .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-Level💰 $59,900 - $99,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and visualization, with proficiency in tools such as Power BI and SQL. Strong background in supplier quality metrics and continuous improvement methodologies, ensuring data integrity and effective communication of insights.

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Data AnalysisSupplier Quality MetricsPower BISQLLean Six Sigma

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Hard Skills

Data CleansingData IntegritySupplier Performance AnalysisStatistical AnalysisKPI DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective Action TrackingAdvanced Excel FunctionsPythonR

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP SystemsPower BITableauExcelSQLSAPTIPQASoluminaQuality Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipAS9100 Certification

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingAerospaceDefenseAutomotiveElectronicsSupplier QualityContinuous ImprovementQuality EngineeringData AnalyticsSCARs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, cleanse, and maintain supplier performance and product quality data from ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, incoming inspection, nonconformance systems, and audits
Develop and maintain dashboards and standard reports showing supplier performance, including on-time delivery, defect rates, escapes, and returns
Ensure data integrity, consistency, and traceability across systems
Analyze supplier quality metrics such as PPM, DPPM, yield, FPY, COPQ, and on-time delivery to identify trends, systemic issues, and emerging risks
Segment suppliers by performance, risk, and strategic importance to support sourcing and supplier development decisions
Provide data-driven recommendations to Supplier Quality Engineers, Supply Chain, and Program teams
Lead the VCAB (Vendor Corrective Action Board) reviewing supplier SCARs
Support root cause and corrective action efforts using Pareto charts, trend analysis, control charts, and correlation studies
Track corrective-action effectiveness using before/after metrics
Design and maintain Power BI, Tableau, or Excel dashboards for real-time supplier quality visibility
Automate recurring data pulls, transformations, and reports using SQL, Python, or advanced Excel
Partner with IT/Data teams to improve data structures, definitions, and reporting tools
Provide routine and ad hoc analytical support to Supplier Quality, Procurement, Operations, and Program Management
Prepare presentations and visualizations communicating complex data to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Participate in supplier reviews, business reviews, and internal quality meetings as the data/metrics owner
Identify opportunities to streamline data collection and reporting processes
Support development of supplier scorecards, KPIs, and standard work for performance monitoring
Contribute to initiatives focused on reducing defects, escapes, and cost of poor quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 years of experience in a data-focused role within manufacturing, aerospace/defense, automotive, electronics, or similar industry
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, or related field may be considered in lieu of 4 years of experience
Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfort working with large, complex datasets
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, lookups, and charts
Proficiency with at least one data visualization tool, such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik
Basic SQL for querying and joining data from relational databases
Familiarity with quality and supplier performance concepts, including PPM, FPY, COPQ, SCARs, audits, and RCCA
Ability to clearly communicate insights and recommendations verbally and in writing
Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and documentation
Experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Supply Chain Analytics role preferred
Exposure to aerospace/defense industry standards, such as AS9100, preferred
Experience with Python or R for data analysis and automation preferred
Experience with ERP/MRP and quality systems, such as SAP, TIPQA, or Solumina, preferred
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Experience developing and tracking supplier scorecards and KPIs preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business