Supplier Responsible Engineer – TPS Production

Leidos•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$69,550 - $125,725•Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a talented Supplier Responsible Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. A successful candidate would be capable of engaging with suppliers in multidisciplinary problem-solving activities as a part of a diverse team in a fast-paced research and development/rapid-prototyping environment. Additionally, a successful candidate would be able to confidently apply knowledge, experience, and good engineering practice across assigned domains to identify issues and drive solutions for the products they represent. Assignments within the role will allow candidate to gain experience with processes and key characteristics of delegated product lines - working across several disciplines, including design, process control, material review boards, with aim towards working with the suppliers to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives. Primary Metric for a success in this role is On-Time Delivery of Compliant Products with Full Flight Traceability.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a security clearance at the SECRET level
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or one of the Physical Sciences from an accredited institution and 2-4 years of experience.
Must be mechanically inclined and knowledgeable about standard manufacturing processes
Must have some experience in a production environment.
Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with challenging deadlines, and the pressure of handling multiple projects and assignments.
Must be willing to take ownership, enjoy taking on new challenges, have the ability to overcome technical barriers, and be self-motivated.
Must be comfortable around and capable of operating safely in the presence of hazardous materials, high voltage, high powered lasers, etc.

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance at the SECRET level
Experience in an AS9100 or equivalent production environment.
Strong work ethic and a positive team player
Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary
Experience participating in the generation of technical documents, proposals or report writing is desired.
Domain knowledge of Hypersonic Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Experience in the design, assembly, operation and analysis of thermal protection systems used for hypersonic flight

Responsibilities

Receive tasking at high level by the Supplier Program Manager and Chief Engineer with minimal day-to-day guidance.
Execute solutions for delegated Cost and Risk Reductions Opportunities
Evaluate and present Supplier Notice of Change with Supplier Quality and Customers
Engagement with Materials, Quality, Design/Drafting, Analysis, Testing, Systems Engineering, Scheduling, Integration, Risk Reporting, Security, Contracts, Program Finance, and CM teams.
Attend and engage with periodic Program Management Reviews with at the Supplier sites.
Provide technical oversite in Failure Review Boards.