Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring supplier-delivered products and services meet GDMS quality standards, while also providing quality support to the manufacturing floor as needed.

Responsibilities

- Evaluating, qualifying, and monitoring suppliers for compliance with quality requirements - Conducting supplier audits, assessments, and corrective action follow-ups - Managing supplier nonconformances and driving root cause/corrective action (RCCA) - Supporting nonconformance disposition and MRB activities on the manufacturing floor - Participating in first article inspections and production readiness reviews

Requirements

- Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. - CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

- Experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality - Knowledge of ISO 9001, GD&T, and quality management systems - Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) - Six Sigma or CQE certification - Background in defense or aerospace manufacturing

Skills

- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. - Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security - Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule) - Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more