Supplier Quality Engineer - Mechanical Commodity - Remote in the Greater New England Area

BAE Systems; Nashua (NH); Remote; USD 95,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier quality and ensure first-time delivery for critical programs. This remote role involves qualifying suppliers, resolving quality issues, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, capable of engaging with suppliers and presenting to leadership. Join a team that values innovation and diversity in tackling the aerospace and defense industry's challenges, and help build a career that makes a difference.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of experience or 4-8 years without a degree.
• Experience in manufacturing inspection of mechanical parts.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Scorecards to evaluate supplier performance and develop improvement plans.
• Lead problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Manufacturing Inspection

Knowledge of Standards (MIL STD, ANSI, ISO)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

4-8 years of experience without a degree

Tools

Mechanical Inspection Tools

Optical Metrology Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer - Mechanical Commodity (Remote, Greater New England Area)

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics, from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover and protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you will be among the brightest minds, tackling the aerospace and defense industry's most challenging problems. We value diversity and innovation for the future. Join us to build your career.

Position Overview: We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to implement tools and processes that ensure supplier improvements, robust plans, and first-time quality delivery for BAE program customers. Responsibilities include qualifying new suppliers, investigating and resolving quality issues, conducting audits, analyzing defect trends, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves capability assessments, onsite source inspections, and managing multiple projects. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong analytical and communication skills, capable of engaging with suppliers and presenting to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Utilize supplier Scorecards/metrics and analytical tools to evaluate performance and develop improvement plans.
2. Assess the impact of nonconforming products and ensure timely communication and corrective actions.
3. Lead problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers to prevent recurrence of issues.
4. Perform Production Process Verifications (PPV) and participate in PPAP reviews and APQP processes.
5. Conduct First Article Inspections per AS9102 standards and train suppliers accordingly.
6. Promote a Zero Defect culture within the supply base.

Location & Travel: This is a remote position; candidates must reside in or near the New England area to facilitate supplier visits. Relocation is not provided.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of experience or 4-8 years of experience without a degree.
• Experience with manufacturing inspection and acceptance of mechanical parts across various processes.
• Knowledge of subtractive/additive manufacturing and materials.
• Proficiency in interpreting drawings, specifications, and measurement data, including mechanical tolerances and surface quality.
• Understanding of MIL STD, ANSI, ISO standards, and special processes like coatings, metallization, heat treatment, etc.
• Familiarity with mechanical and optical metrology, inspection tools, and supply chain logistics.
• Strong communication skills and experience with aerospace and defense testing and quality systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Effective communicator and practical problem solver.
• Self-starter capable of working independently and prioritizing tasks.
• Experience with product validation, testing, and qualification in aerospace/defense industries.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Lean Six Sigma; Green/Black Belt certification is a plus.
• Eligibility for security clearance from the Department of Defense.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $95,106 - $161,680. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), disability and life insurance, paid time off, holidays, parental/military/bereavement leave, recognition programs, and other perks.