Program Quality Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a seasoned Quality Engineer III to join its IAS-related programs in Vandalia, OH. The role focuses on leading QA programs, audits, and continuous improvement across aerospace and defense products, ensuring compliance with ISO9001/AS9001 and contract requirements.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of QA experience, CQE or Six Sigma Black Belt, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Advanced knowledge of ISO9001, AS9001 standards.
• Proficient ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage comprehensive quality assurance programs.
• Lead complex quality audits and assessments.
• Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize advanced statistical techniques to analyze quality data and drive improvements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level quality engineers.
• Develop strategies for regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate quality standards into every stage of product development.
• Manage supplier quality assurance programs to ensure consistent quality standards.

Job description

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here. If you are a seasoned quality engineering professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! As a Quality Engineer III, you will play a role in the execution and oversight of quality assurance processes. This position requires substantial experience in quality control, process improvement, and regulatory compliance, ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage comprehensive quality assurance programs.
• Lead complex quality audits and assessments.
• Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize advanced statistical techniques to analyze quality data and drive improvements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level quality engineers.
• Develop strategies for regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate quality standards into every stage of product development.
• Manage supplier quality assurance programs to ensure consistent quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Considerable knowledge of Quality System requirements and contract quality requirements.
• Proficient ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Advanced knowledge of ISO9001, AS9001 standards.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing and inspection.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Advanced degree in Engineering or related field.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Requirement to be on feet for a significant portion of the work shift.
• Majority of work hours spent on a computer.
• Hand/finger dexterity for using testing and inspection tools.
• Occasional travel may be required for audits and supplier visits.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.