Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Saab, Inc.; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee the quality of products from external suppliers. This dynamic role involves conducting supplier assessments, driving improvement plans, and collaborating closely with suppliers to enhance quality performance. With a focus on continuous improvement, the position requires strong analytical skills and effective communication to guide suppliers. The company values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about quality engineering in a leading defense and security firm.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering.
• Strong understanding of quality engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier assessments and audits for quality compliance.
• Develop corrective actions and quality improvement initiatives.
• Analyze quality data and generate performance reports.

Skills

Supplier Quality Engineering

Data Analysis

Quality Engineering Principles

Communication Skills

Supplier Quality Management Systems

Statistical Tools

Engineering Degree

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Senior Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for overseeing and managing the quality of products and services from external suppliers. This role involves conducting supplier assessments, identifying quality issues, driving improvement plans, and collaborating with suppliers to achieve optimal quality performance. The position requires extensive travel to supplier locations for on-site audits and evaluations, along with strong experience in quality engineering practices, data analysis, and effective communication skills to guide suppliers toward continuous improvement.

This role is based in East Syracuse, with up to 50% travel depending on program requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier selection and evaluation through technical reviews, quality system audits, and site visits.
• Monitoring supplier performance via quality metrics and compliance tracking.
• Developing and implementing corrective actions and quality improvement initiatives.
• Providing technical guidance and training to suppliers for process and quality enhancements.
• Ensuring new components meet specifications during product development.
• Overseeing incoming inspection procedures and quality checks.
• Investigating non-conformance issues and managing corrective actions and SCARs.
• Analyzing quality data and generating performance reports.
• Ensuring supplier compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Mentoring junior engineers in supplier quality management practices.

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $112,500. Compensation considers factors such as role responsibilities, location, market conditions, and candidate qualifications.

Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years in a supplier quality engineering role with a proven track record.
• Strong understanding of quality engineering principles and methodologies.
• Must have U.S. DoD SECRET Clearance or prior clearance.
• Experience with supplier quality management systems and audits.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel for on-site assessments and audits.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Engineering degree (mechanical, electrical, or related) preferred.

Citizenship and Workplace Policies:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Candidates may undergo security investigations to access classified information. Saab maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits:

Includes comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, 401(k), tuition and student loan assistance, wellness programs, and employee stock purchase plans.

About Saab:

Saab is a leading defense and security company dedicated to safeguarding nations. With 19,000 employees, Saab innovates in technology to create a safer, sustainable, and equitable world. Headquartered in Syracuse, NY, the company values diversity, offers career growth opportunities, and is an Equal Opportunity employer.