Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Description

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Leidos' Mission Assurance organization is seeking a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team. This team member will support the Land Defense Systems Business Area and will join a diverse team creating unique solutions for complex problems. Some travel will be required for in-person engagements with internal customers and suppliers across multiple Leidos sites. This position will oversee and manage suppliers as they contribute product or services vital to our program's success.

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Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

• Excellent in-house and external communication and liaison skills
• Communicate effectively with supplier(s), customer(s), and/or government quality assurance representative(s).
• Support and interface with the supplier base and conduct supplier quality functions for aerospace and defense manufacturing.
• Work closely with Procurement, Program Managers, Supplier Program Managers, Program Quality Engineers, Manufacturing Quality Engineers, Business Area Quality Managers, and Receiving Inspection to resolve supplier issues.
• Perform on-site supplier quality audits/assessments.
• Perform supplier source inspection activities both in-person and virtually.
• Perform deep dives to analyze supplier issues/problems, risks and facilitate containment, implementation of corrective and preventive actions, and development of lessons learned.
• Identify, collect, and analyze measures to effectively track supplier performance (nonconforming material, defect rates, supplier corrective actions etc.) and quality/process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in supplier/subcontractor selection and oversight to ensure the flow down of applicable Qnote clauses and/or Statement of Work (SOW) requirements and that supplier/subcontractors are meeting contractual requirements.
• Reviews supplier-manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on process improvements, capabilities, and value enhancement opportunities.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and/or the Program/Project to monitor overall supplier quality performance i.e., maintain detailed reporting and ensure that this data is visible to the Programs.
• Review and approve supplier inspection/test documentation including First Article Inspection (FAI), source inspection, material test reports, etc.
• Stays current on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of products and materials and advise others of any impact.
• Works with other SQEs and related functions to develop the mindset and process knowledge required as well as process issues across programs.
• Collaborates with other SQEs and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to validate process capabilities and needs for improvement across product commodities to broaden the supply base.
• Supports Supplier Quality Analysts in supplier vetting, GIDEP Alerts and other technical matters.
• Perform other quality related duties/tasks as directed by management.

• A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, or an equivalent degree from an accredited university, with 8-12 years' experience in Supplier Quality Engineering under an AS9100 or equivalent QMS experience and at least 5 years' experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• In lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 15 years of experience in supplier quality and/or quality engineering under an AS9100 system or equivalent experience in DOD, Aerospace, or Automotive manufacturing quality control.
• Candidate must have extensive experience working with non-conforming material, reviewing failure analysis, root cause, and corrective action (short & long term) received back from suppliers.
• Candidate must have experience performing supplier audits, assessments, and supplier readiness review relative to program requirements.
• Candidate must be able to work with project managers, quality engineers, design & manufacturing engineers, and suppliers to ensure quality requirements are understood and communicated effectively.
• Candidate must have strong problem-solving skills, be able to work with autonomy independently or within a team setting.
• Candidate must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints/schematics, CAD models, specifications, and contract quality requirements, and other documents including review and approval AS9102 First Article Inspection.
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate strong personal organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with people across the Defense Sector and supplier's organizations.
• Candidate must have computer skills including experience with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and the ability to write technical documents.
• This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Travel is required, 50% of the time.

• Experience working knowledge of one or more special processes i.e., paint, welding, chem film / anodize, heat treat, counterfeit material and be able to audit suppliers to the requirements of these processes.
• Experience with multiple standards and methods as specified on contracts and drawings, i.e., J-STD-001, IPC 610 and IPC 620 standards and drive that to usage at suppliers and Receiving Inspection.
• Strong working knowledge with assembly, integration, and testing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills including 8D