Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer Location: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051 Job ID:114166 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. Job Summary 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. What You Will Do Participate in supplier development activities and interact with suppliers to implement corrective actions, improve control plans, and eliminate defects Develop, maintain, and deploy quality plans and activities that translate customer requirements into planned activities Perform analyses of program requirements and prepares 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 Provide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actions Lead product quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards and participates in Failure Review Boards 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 Evaluate 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 actions Develop and generate statistical reports on inspection activities and results, new product or process testing results, etc. and recommend action as required Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production and processing equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical facilities Consider financial impacts of quality process controls and inspections Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of quality experience Experienced with ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, statistics Ability to understand military specifications and to read blueprints Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills Ability to define problems and drive to root cause and effective corrective action U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require 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. 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 Integrity Agility Excellence Customer Focus Community & Respect Innovation #J-18808-Ljbffr Leonardo DRS