Supplier Quality Engineer

Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems (R2S), a dynamic and fast-growing joint venture between Raytheon and Rafael, is seeking a results-driven Supplier Quality Engineer to support the execution of major defense programs, including Iron Dome AUR production, Marine Corps Medium Range Intercept (MRIC), and future Air Defense systems. This is a critical on-site role overseeing a key R2S supplier, where you'll be accountable for performance, quality controls, and on-time delivery.

About the role

This on-site position in Camden, Arkansas, is focused on ensuring supplier quality and performance for mission-critical defense programs. The ideal candidate has a proven 10-year track record in process improvement within energetic production and is ready to make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities

• Assess supplier processes through comprehensive data analysis, process audits, and product inspections
• Promote supplier performance and process improvement opportunities by providing detailed reports and briefings to suppliers, program offices, external customers, and government representatives
• Conduct thorough product inspections, identifying and recording defects as required
• Manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) including:
  • Issuing SCARs with sufficient detail to define findings
  • Identifying root causes in collaboration with the supplier
  • Defining corrective actions and implementation plans with the supplier
  • Ensuring SCAR closure through verification and validation of corrective action implementation
• Act as the customer's advocate when quality issues are detected, ensuring concerns are properly addressed

Requirements

• Proficiency in energetic production and manufacturing processes
• Proven expertise in performing supplier process audits
• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues at supplier sites
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing manuals
• Skilled at performing root cause analysis and developing and implementing corrective action plans
• Ability to write inspection reports, findings, and non-conformance documentation
• Accomplished at working with suppliers and communicating technical issues clearly
• Familiarity with special processes management
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM program
• Minimum 10 years of track record in process improvement within energetic production

Qualifications

• Certified ISO Auditor certification (preferred)
• Advanced STEM degree, preferably in Chemistry (preferred)