Supplier Quality Engineer

Ralliant; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Ralliant’s PacSci EMC division seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to lead supplier compliance and quality programs in California. You will analyze failure modes, drive RCCA tools, and influence both internal teams and supplier owners to resolve issues.

The role collaborates with Design/Manufacturing/NP development, sourcing, and Quality teams, applying 8D, Six Sigma, and Lean methods to prevent recurrence and improve supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5–10 years in a QMS controlled production environment (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO13485).
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software.
• ASQ certification is a plus; Lead Auditor certification is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of PFMEAs, control builds and SPC.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process is a plus.
• Hands on use of 8D, Ishikawa templates, 3D, 5-Whys tools.
• Training experience for Operators, QE/CQE/SQE’s.
• Experience in ordnance and energetic materials is a plus.
• Non-degreed applicants reviewed case-by-case based on related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier evaluations and compliance pass/fail assessments.
• Generate program quality metrics (PPM, Non-conformances, SCARs).
• Perform and teach Corrective Action Problem Solving (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Identify data needed for value-added business decisions.
• Prepare quality reports by analyzing data and making recommendations.
• Participate in Failure Review Board activities.
• Support Supplier Development Engineering for vendor discrepancies.
• Attend shift meetings and training sessions.
• Contribute to non-conforming investigations with SME knowledge.
• Collaborate on Inspection Plans and Reports (IPRs).

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Summary:

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for leading compliance activities at all PacSci’s suppliers.

The candidate must be able to quickly analyze root cause failure modes, develop and use standard RCCA tools to document and eliminate failure modes to prevent reoccurrence. Candidate must be able to influence and motivate internal and external owners needed to own and resolve supplier issues.

The SQE is also expected to be closely involved with internal core functions including Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, New Product Development, Strategic Sourcing, Quality Inspection, and Purchasing. Demonstrated skills include:

• Supplier evaluations
• Supplier Risk Assessments
• Supplier Process Audits
• Supplier Process Control/Improvement
• Supplier Feedback
• PPAP’s
• Supplier Monitoring
• Supplier Scorecards and necessary actions
• Supplier Change Requests (VIR)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new and current Supplier evaluations, owning a compliance pass/fail/improve assessment.
• Generate program quality metrics (PPM, Non-conformances, SCARs, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to perform and teach Corrective Action Problem Solving Process (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.), Six Sigma methodologies and Lean principles.
• Identify “data” needed to make value add decisions for the business.
• Prepare quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and making recommendations.
• Participate in Failure Review Board activities.
• Support Supplier Development Engineering when vendor hardware/component discrepancies are discovered.
• Attend start of shift meetings in the areas in which the SQE supports; attend in-person daily management meetings and in-person required training sessions.
• Responsible for contributing to non-conforming investigations and providing SME knowledge of suppliers’ products and processes.
• Collaborating on Inspection Plans and Reports (IP&R’s).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years’ experience in a QMS controlled production environment. (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO13485)
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software.
• ASQ certification is a plus.
• Lead Auditor certification is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of PFMEAs, control builds and SPC required.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process is a plus.
• Hands on use of 8D, Ishikawa templates, 3D, 5-Whys tools.
• Training experience for Operators, QE/CQE/SQE’s.
• Experience in ordnance and use of energetic materials, powders/propellants is a plus.
• Non-degreed applicants can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for possible acceptance based upon related work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess Supplier issue(s) and develop action plans proportionate to business impact.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel, as needed to solve Supplier issues.
• Ability to work safely in work environments outside of PacSci EMC.

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.

PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity

Bonus or Equity

• This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

• The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 100,000-186,000.

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.