Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Location: Melbourne, FL, US, 32935 Job ID:115470 Business Unit: EOIS Location: Melbourne, FL Career Functional Area: Quality Telework Type: None Relocation Available: N/A Type: Full-time Exempt Schedule: 9/80 Shift: First Job Summary We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality system development, internal audits, and root cause corrective action efforts under senior team supervision. This role assists with supplier quality, SPC initiatives, and non-conforming material disposition while communicating effectively across technical and non-technical audiences. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a structured quality engineering program. Job Responsibilities Responsible for assisting with quality system development and supporting product quality improvements Develop, maintain and deploy quality plans and activities that translate customer requirements into planned activities Ability to work independently under supervision of others Perform analyses of program requirements and prepare responsive quality plans, procedures, schedules and resource allocations to assure optimum quality support Review and approve engineering/test and contractor documentation and provide input to assure that appropriate quality requirements are addressed Gather, organize, monitor, analyze and report on information on products and processes Provide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actions Participate on product quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards Evaluate and dispose of non-conforming material Provide 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 materials Assist in resolving customer quality issues Initiate and drive root cause and corrective action on process and product quality issues Assist in deploying SPC initiatives Participate in supplier selection and improvement processes Responsibilities include assisting with on-site audits, evaluating prototypes, and reviewing and approving of supplier corrective actions Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required Ability to work independently under supervision of others Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Attend appropriate customer, business or program meetings Prepare quality engineering reports and recommendations Provide regular reporting of progress and status Completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements Specialties may include: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Software Engineering Laser Engineering Optical Engineering Supplier Quality Engineering Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience Exposure to manufacturing enviroments or manufacturing process fundamentals through coursework, labratory projects, internships, co-ops, or prior work experience. Basic knowledge of ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, statistics Ability to understand military specifications and to read blueprints Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills Experience in defining problems and driving to root cause and effective corrective action U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. 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 wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program competitive vacation health/emergency leave paid parental leave community service hours *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr