Eng Sr Prin - Quality

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

In Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS), we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer Lead within the ECS Business Area. This role will lead the ECS Supplier Quality team and develop a comprehensive strategy in partnership with Business Area and Product Line counterparts to ensure compliant material is delivered on-time. The ideal candidate must have prior management experience, and will be managing a team of approximately 6-8 engineers.

Requirements

Experience in a fast-paced high-production environment with tight deadlines and high production volumes
Experience with complex technical requirements and customer regulations
Self-starting problem solving skills; able to make effective decisions with minimal information
Strong organization skills – able to prioritize and understand what needs to be done quickly, and drive actions and projects to closure effectively across the team.
Strong communication and presentation skills to facilitate effective communication at all levels of the organization and across customers and partner communities
Possesses a strong understanding of Quality Science tools (APQP/PPAP, 8D RCCA, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Sampling and Inspection, FAI/PPV) along with relevant industry standards and their application to drive execution excellence
Relates well with individuals at all levels of the organization, builds appropriate rapport, fosters constructive and effective relationships
Passion for developing others and building cohesive team environment
Ability to analyze supplier defect/performance data and display visually
Ability to interface with supplier and escalte appropriately
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings, specifications, requirements,
Excellent planning, time management and organization skills
Strong communicator capable of working through complex issues with peers, management and multiple functions
Proficient in MS Office Products including Word, Excel, Power Point
Experience in 8D/RCCA activities
Experience with requirements management and flowdown
Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Technical Field
MS Degree
AS9145; APQP/PPAP; Process Capability
DFMEA MFA PFMEA Control Plan MSA/SPC FAI/PSW
LSS Green Belt / Black Belt
Experience with root cause corrective action investigations
Working knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent Quality Management Systems
New Product Development, Introduction, Life Cycle Management
Leadership Experience
Bachelor's Degree with 6-10+ years of related experience or 10-14+ years of engineering experience in lieu of degree

Nice To Haves

Typical Education and Experience Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Lead and manage supplier quality performance across within the ECS business area
Work in a fast-paced, high-production environment with tight deadlines and high production volumes, as well as a highly complex technical environment with stringent customer regulations and oversight
Manage team of approximately 6-8 SQEs including developing individuals and implementing quality training for all team members.
Provide technical direction and guidance to SQEs on the team ensuring consistency and compliance with quality standards
Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, operations, and program quality to identify part and supplier risk for proactive mitigation activities, as well as to drive solutions to complex technical challenges.
Utilize supplier Scorecards/metrics and analytical tools to quantify performance levels of individual suppliers and work with those suppliers to develop improvement plans to achieve 100% quality performance
Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and support/implement corrective actions as needed across the supply base
Support AS9145 deployment in key suppliers to mitigate program risks.
Drive “Zero Defect” culture within the supply base