Principal Quality Engineer

SES-Government Solutions; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead initiatives that enhance product quality across various engineering disciplines. This role involves designing and implementing quality systems, mentoring fellow engineers, and driving continuous improvement using methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean. The company prioritizes employee well-being, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedules. Join a team that values innovation and quality, and contribute to projects that make a significant impact in military and commercial sectors.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules (9/80 program)

Paid parental leave

Community service hours

Wellness programs

Life and disability insurance

Legal insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in engineering with a focus on quality systems.
• Mastery of multiple engineering disciplines and technologies.
• Ability to lead technical projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Mentor and coach engineers while driving quality programs.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding quality processes.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

ISO Quality Management Systems

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Software Engineering

Test Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job ID:111291

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers.We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing program or project quality system processes and supporting product quality improvements
• Responsible for designing quality improvement initiatives and processes across a line of business, commodity or business unit
• Design, develop, analyze, document, and support quality activities that drive continuous improvement across the organization utilizing Six Sigma/Lean, SPC, FMEA, Process Capability and ISO Quality Management systems
• Complete technical projects independently
• Mentor and coach other engineers
• Responsible for establishing quality programs and for driving quality improvement initiatives internally and at both customers and suppliers
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support quality programs such as Six Sigma/Lean, SPC, FMEA, Process Capability and ISO Quality Management systems
• Ability to complete a technical project independently and mentor and coach other engineers
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop quality systems and processes to best support them
• Ability to influence Functional Organizations towards a preventive, quality-oriented culture from design throughout the life of the product
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for quality assignments
• Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
• Analyze designs as necessary and make recommendations form a quality perspective
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
• Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers
• Specialties may include:
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Laser Engineering
• Optical Engineering
• Test Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering which may include: Industrial or Process Engineering, or others
• Application Engineering
• Supplier Quality

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience
• Master's degree preferred
• Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge
• Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines
• Ability to complete a technical project independently.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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