Supplier Quality Development Engineer

Job Description:

Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of?

Come build your career with BAE Systems. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. Nashua New Hampshire is an hour northwest of Boston with all the cultural offerings and professional sports team of city life, and less than two hours from skiing and the New Hampshire Seacoast.

The Successful Candidate

BAE Systems is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to help drive our supplier development programs. This individual is a self-starting leader and technical 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.

Responsibilities:

Analyze quality and manufacturing data to identify trends and focus areas that drive impactful process improvements
Plan, organize, and lead cross-functional teams through a multiphase development approach including onsite supplier events, e.g., assessments, kaizens, training, etc.
Evaluate and assess risks identified during supplier onsite events
Conduct deep-dive technical assessments of supplier manufacturing capabilities to identify process gaps or risks and implement mitigation plans.
Leverage manufacturing and process engineering expertise to create training and supplier development plans with measurements of success that benefit both the supplier and BAE Systems
Present supplier development plans, results, and impact to key stakeholders including internal and external leadership

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 4-6+ years direct experience or 8-10+ years of related experience in manufacturing, engineering, process engineering, or program quality engineering
Proven track record of resolving complex production issues
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, specifically ISO 9001 and/or AS9100
Strong Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action experience resolving complex issues
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and in diverse settings
Strong time management and planning skills
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Ability to effectively navigate challenging situations
Up to 50% travel expected

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's in Engineering or technical field
Advanced degree in Engineering or Manufacturing
Direct experience with Supplier Development
Experience creating and conducting hands on training
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) experience (AS9145)
Configuration Management (EIA 649)
Experience creating and improving work instructions
Experience creating or implementing tooling, fixtures, or other process improvements
Special Processes (Chemical Processing, Coatings, etc.) experience
Lead auditor experience/certification(s)
Lean-6Sigma experience/certification(s)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Job Ident #: 125968BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
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Job Info

Location

Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs