Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality EngineerLocation: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051 Job ID: 115182 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.Join our Menomonee Falls, WI team as a Supplier Quality Engineer II. This role is responsible for the quality of purchased items used in product development as well as quality processes and quality system improvements. This position is eligible for a hybrid work week and requires heavy travel (up to 40%).What You Will DoParticipate in supplier development activities and interact with suppliers to implement corrective actions, improve control plans, and eliminate defectsDevelop, maintain, and deploy quality plans and activities that translate customer requirements into planned activitiesPerform analyses of program requirements and prepares responsive quality plans, procedures, schedules and resource allocations to assure optimum quality supportReview and approve engineering/test and contractor documentation and provide input to assure that appropriate quality requirements are addressedProvide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actionsLead product quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards and participate in Failure Review BoardsProvide technical support for Assembly/Test/Inspection personnel to include executing workmanship improvement plans, developing inspection methods and criteria, specifying appropriate sampling plans, interpreting and revising specifications, and processing non-conforming materialsEvaluate and make recommendations on critical supplier selections and drives supplier continuous improvement processes, including leading on-site audits, evaluating prototypes, and reviewing and approving of supplier corrective actionsDevelop and generate statistical reports on inspection activities and results, new product or process testing results, etc. and recommend action as requiredEstablish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production and processing equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical facilitiesConsider financial impacts of quality process controls and inspectionsEducation & Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of quality experienceExperienced with ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, statisticsAbility to understand military specifications and to read blueprintsExcellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skillsAbility to define problems and drive to root cause and effective corrective actionsU.S. Citizenship required.Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S. Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: - Integrity - Agility - Excellence - Customer Focus - Community & Respect - Innovation We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.Nearest Major Market: Waukesha Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee