Principal Quality Engineer

Leonardo DRS; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in defense technology is seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to enhance their quality systems and processes. This exciting role involves developing quality improvement initiatives, mentoring fellow engineers, and driving continuous improvement using methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean. The company values integrity, innovation, and diversity, offering a supportive environment for professional growth and career development. With competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about quality engineering and making a significant impact in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules

Paid parental leave

Community service hours

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 8+ years of experience required.
• Mastery of technologies and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop quality system processes and support product quality improvements.
• Design and implement quality improvement initiatives across business units.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean

SPC

FMEA

ISO Quality Management

Technical Project Management

Mentoring

Quality Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

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.
• 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 from 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
• Manufacturing Engineering which may include: Industrial or Process Engineering, or others
• Application Engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
• 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.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Mission

To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

The DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.