Supplier Quality Engineer - Interconnect Category - Remote in Chicago or Los Angeles

BAE Systems is an international defense, aerospace and security company focused on delivering advanced electronics and technology solutions. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will ensure suppliers meet high-quality standards and drive continuous improvement across the supply base, collaborating with various teams to mitigate risks and enhance supplier compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and assess supplier performance, identify areas for improvement, develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans through implementation and closure, ensuring timely and effective resolution of quality issues
• Conduct supplier audits, champion Structured Problem-Solving efforts with Suppliers, perform Production Process Verifications (PPV’s), and participate in PPAP review processes
• Analyze supplier defect/performance data and utilize analytical tools to identify trends and drive preventative measures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams – including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Quality – to proactively mitigate risks and ensure supplier compliance
• Champion a “Zero Defect” culture within the supply base
• Review and interpret technical documentation such as drawings, specifications, and requirements
• A self-starter/ problem solver who will utilize your analytical skills to find innovative solutions to quality-related issues. Able to work independently with the direction from leadership yet able to prioritize and coordinate own tasks with focus on achieving objectives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree and 2-4+ years of experience or 6-8+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Possess Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicates effectively at all levels of an organization with interpersonal relationship building skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Change agent driven towards Continuous Improvement and achieving Results
• Read and interpret technical documents, as well as a working knowledge of GD&T
• Proficiency in MS Office Suits (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with 8D/RCCA activities
• Strong technical background in a specific commodity area, result-driven, with a passion for supplier development, and a strategic mindset
• Direct knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods
• QMS Lead Auditor certification
• Experience in Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation qualifications, and Measurement System Analyses
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System (e.g. AS9100), AS9102 First Article Requirements, AS9145 APQP/PPAP Requirements, and Source Inspection
• Familiarity with APQP and PPAP and process tools such as PFMEA and Control Plan
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma, a Green or Black Belt certification from a recognized organization
• Familiarity with industry or military standards
• Working knowledge of subtractive and additive manufacturing processes such as Machining, EDM, Molding, Casting, 3d Printing, Composites, Injection Molding, and associated GD&T
• Current or recent certification in IPC-A-620
• Knowledge of connectors, cable assemblies and cable harnessing
• Knowledge of Interconnect processes and methods such as jacketing, crimping, thermal adhesion, connector termination, soldering, stamping and various plating methods