Supplier Quality Engineer Sr/Spec/Principal

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defense contractor is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage the quality of vendors providing crucial components for manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 5+ years of engineering experience. Responsibilities include developing relationships with suppliers, conducting quality assessments, and addressing material defects. This role may require extensive travel and the ability to maintain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality of vendors providing engineered components.
• Develop relationships with supplier quality organization and procurement.
• Evaluate material defects and quality trends.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing skills

Strong organizational skills

Business communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Quality Certifications

Job description

Job Overview

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will be responsible for managing the quality of Electric Boats vendors. These vendors provide engineered components which play a crucial role in downstream manufacturing process in our shipyards and at other vendors in our supply chain.

This position requires the SQE to develop relationships with peers within the supplier quality organization along with program office, procurement and material services organizations, and across disciplines within the engineering community. To be successful, the ideal candidate must possess knowledge of quality principles and understanding of supply chain management. Interpersonal and organizational skills, be an effective writer/reviewer, and be capable of working in a team environment.

The SQE will be required to perform various duties throughout all stages of procurement, including but not limited to: review of Ordering Data, Supplier Capability Assessments, Supplier’s Quality Management System reviews, Process Audits and process / product inspection. In addition, Engineers will evaluate material defects and quality trends to identify where Supplier root cause assessments and corrective actions are required.

Responsibilities

This position will require travel to Supplier locations to develop an understanding of the manufacturing and quality practices used by the Supplier to ensure purchase order requirements are met.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience
• Ability to travel (potentially extensively at times)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD security clearance

Preferred:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Quality Engineering, Systems Engineering, and/or Waterfront Engineering.
• Quality Certifications: LEAN Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM)
• US Military experience
• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Structural or Industrial Engineering
• Experience working with Quality requirements
• Experience with Supplier oversight
• Auditing experience

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Analytical skills
• Technical writing skills
• Experience in business communication written/correspondence/verbal
• Strong organizational skills & ability to prioritize task assignments
• Adaptable - ability to lead and follow
• Self-Starter willing to learn new and unfamiliar areas
• Meeting facilitation