Supplier Quality Engineer
About The Position
BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer to help drive our special process and supplier development programs. This individual is a self-starting leader and problem solver who can effectively partner with multiple functional organizations at all levels, both internally and externally, for success. This individual possesses the strong analytical skills needed to find innovative solutions to quality challenges and mitigate supplier related disruptions. This individual is an excellent communicator who can convey complex information with clarity, relevance, and impact to peers and leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degee and 4-6+ years of experience or 8-10+ years of experience in lieu of degree
- Direct experience, or related experience, in material science, process engineering, or supplier development
- Self-starter that motivates team members, fosters and nurtures teamwork
- Some experience with, and an understanding of, sourcing and execution in regulated, demanding industries such as Aerospace/Defense, Medical Device, or other challenging markets
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (i.e., ISO 9001 and AS9100)
- Strong RCCA experience resolving complex supplier issues
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and in diverse settings
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Ability to effectively navigate challenging situations
- Up to 50% travel expected
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering or other related discipline
- 6+ years direct experience, or related experience in material science, process engineering, or supplier development
- Direct experience with Supplier Development
- Experience creating and conducting training for external audiences
- Supplier Quality experience
- Advanced degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Manufacturing
- Chemical Processing and Coatings experience preferred
- Audit experience/certification(s) preferred
- Experience with 8D methodology preferred
- Lean-6Sigma experience/certification(s) preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and lead cross-functional teams through onsite supplier audits and assessments
- Evaluate and assess risks identified during supplier onsite events
- Apply technical expertise to create training and supplier development plans that benefit both the supplier and BAE Systems
- Apply knowledge of materials and special process technologies to assess supplier compliance to specifications, industry standards, engineering documents or other contractual and regulatory requirements
- Create special process audit summaries that are designed to provide programs and management a clear understanding of audit results
- Present supplier development plans, results, and impact to key stakeholders including internal and external leadership
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- paid military leave
- paid bereavement leave
- any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
