Supplier Quality Engineer

Summary

BAE Systems is a leading company in defense, aerospace, and security, focusing on developing advanced electronics. The Supplier Quality Engineer will ensure suppliers deliver high-quality products, leveraging analytical skills and collaboration to drive continuous improvement and support program success.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess supplier performance, identify areas for improvement, develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans through implementation and closure, ensuring timely and effective resolution of quality issues
• Conduct supplier audits, champion Structured Problem-Solving efforts with Suppliers, perform Production Process Verifications (PPV’s), and participate in PPAP review processes
• Analyze supplier defect/performance data and utilize analytical tools to identify trends and drive preventative measures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams – including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Quality – to proactively mitigate risks and ensure supplier compliance
• Review and interpret technical documentation such as drawings, specifications, and requirements

Skills

• Depending on the job level (as listed in the job description) a Bachelor's Degree with 2-12+ years of experience or 6-12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Possess Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicates effectively at all levels of an organization with interpersonal relationship building skills
• Change agent driven towards Continuous Improvement and achieving Results
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, as well as a working knowledge of GD&T
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System
• Experience with 8D/RCCA activities
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical field
• Direct knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System (e.g. AS9100), AS9102 First Article Requirements, AS9145 APQP/PPAP
• Experience in Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation qualifications, and Measurement System Analyses
• Familiarity with APQP and PPAP and process tools such as PFMEA and Control Plan
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma, a Green or Black Belt certification from a recognized organization
• Strong commodity-specific technical knowledge related to suppliers being supported, this may include some of the following dependent upon your area of expertise
• Direct experience in Electronics Commodities such as CCA/PCBA, Electronic and Electrical assemblies, RF and MW Devices, Semiconductor, and Passives
• Working knowledge of PCBA/CCA inspection/test, equipment and instrumentation, familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC J-STD-001 or certification favored
• Current or Past Certification to IPC-A-600 and Working knowledge of IPC-6012, IPC-6013, IPC-6018, subordinate IPC standards/guidelines
• Working knowledge of Defense Microelectronics standards MIL-STD-883 and MIL-PRF-38534
• Knowledge of materials, thermal processes; welding, brazing, bonding, finishes, paint, coatings, nondestructive testing, fabrication, composites and other processes common in the Aerospace and Defense Industries
• Working knowledge of subtractive and additive manufacturing processes such as Machining, EDM, Molding, Casting, 3d Printing, Composites, Injection Molding, and associated GD&T
• Current or recent certification in IPC-A-620
• Knowledge of connectors, cable assemblies and cable harnessing, as well as interconnect processes and methods such as jacketing, crimping, thermal adhesion, connector termination, soldering, stamping and various plating methods

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Depending on the job level (as listed in the job description) a Bachelor's Degree with 2-12+ years of experience or 6-12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Possess Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicates effectively at all levels of an organization with interpersonal relationship building skills
• Change agent driven towards Continuous Improvement and achieving Results
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, as well as a working knowledge of GD&T
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System
• Experience with 8D/RCCA activities

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical field
• Direct knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System (e.g. AS9100), AS9102 First Article Requirements, AS9145 APQP/PPAP
• Experience in Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation qualifications, and Measurement System Analyses
• Familiarity with APQP and PPAP and process tools such as PFMEA and Control Plan
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma, a Green or Black Belt certification from a recognized organization
• Strong commodity-specific technical knowledge related to suppliers being supported, this may include some of the following dependent upon your area of expertise
• Direct experience in Electronics Commodities such as CCA/PCBA, Electronic and Electrical assemblies, RF and MW Devices, Semiconductor, and Passives
• Working knowledge of PCBA/CCA inspection/test, equipment and instrumentation, familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC J-STD-001 or certification favored
• Current or Past Certification to IPC-A-600 and Working knowledge of IPC-6012, IPC-6013, IPC-6018, subordinate IPC standards/guidelines
• Working knowledge of Defense Microelectronics standards MIL-STD-883 and MIL-PRF-38534
• Knowledge of materials, thermal processes; welding, brazing, bonding, finishes, paint, coatings, nondestructive testing, fabrication, composites and other processes common in the Aerospace and Defense Industries
• Working knowledge of subtractive and additive manufacturing processes such as Machining, EDM, Molding, Casting, 3d Printing, Composites, Injection Molding, and associated GD&T
• Current or recent certification in IPC-A-620
• Knowledge of connectors, cable assemblies and cable harnessing, as well as interconnect processes and methods such as jacketing, crimping, thermal adhesion, connector termination, soldering, stamping and various plating methods

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• A legal plan
• Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Any applicable federal and state sick leave
• Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
• Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance
• Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan