Supplier Quality Manager

About the Role

Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”

At the Austin Business Center we design and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their critical missions. This role will lead the ABC Supplier Quality team and develop a comprehensive strategy in partnership with BA/PL 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. This position will include approximately 10% travel, a mix of local day visits and overnight travel outside the local area.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supplier quality performance across the Austin Business Center, including expansion and scaling efforts.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-production environment with tight deadlines, high production volumes, and stringent customer regulations.
• Manage a team of approximately 6-8 Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs), including developing individuals and implementing quality training.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to SQEs to ensure consistency and compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, operations, and program quality to identify part and supplier risks and drive solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Utilize supplier scorecards/metrics and analytical tools to quantify performance and develop improvement plans to achieve 100% quality performance.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, supporting and implementing corrective actions across the supply base.
• Support AS9145 deployment in key suppliers to mitigate program risks.
• Drive a “Zero Defect” culture within the supply base.

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 solver; able to make effective decisions with minimal information.
• Strong organization skills – able to prioritize and drive actions and projects to closure effectively.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to facilitate effective communication at all levels of the organization, customers, and partner communities.
• Strong understanding of Quality Science tools (APQP/PPAP, 8D RCCA, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Sampling and Inspection, FAI/PPV) and relevant industry standards.
• Ability to relate well with individuals at all levels of the organization, build rapport, and foster constructive relationships.
• Passion for developing others and building a cohesive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 6-8+ years of related experience or 10-12+ years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Prior managerial experience in a technical industry.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Excellent project management, planning, 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, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in 8D/RCCA activities and working knowledge of APQP/AS9145.
• Experience with requirements management and flow down.
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical BS degree with 8+ years of experience, or MS degree with 6+ years of experience.
• PPV/FAI experience.
• Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Green Belt.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent Quality Management Systems.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $132,962 - $226,035. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program and legal plan.
• Perks including discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and job specifics.