Supplier Quality Engineer

Moorpark, CA

Full time

REQ107186

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here ( to learn more.

Job Description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a leader in energetic system solutions offered to aerospace and defense customers for a wide array of applications. EBA&D products & capabilities set the U.S. standard and are highly sought after in the international community.

EBAD seeks an accomplished engineer for the position of Supplier Quality Engineer reporting to the Manager, Supplier Development in our Moorpark, CA office.

Responsibilities:

• Implement quality management plans.

• Tactical support with NCR (nonconformance report) closure, root cause and preventive actions.

• Supports Supplier selection.

• Perform Supplier Audits.

• ASL (Approved Supplier List) management.

• Utilize QA/QC tools for measuring supplier performance that affect our products and services.

• Measure and improve Supplier defect rates.

• Issue internal and external supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).

• Perform on-site source inspection.

• Pareto NCR data within the ERP to help determine systemic challenges.

• Work cross functionally within the Supply Chain, Engineering and Operations organizations to deliver conforming parts, on-time.

• Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.

• Drive improvements utilizing Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing and Problem-solving tools.

• Analyze data effectively, summarize results, create reports, and use visual management tools effectively.

• Work with EBAD receiving inspection to identify and improve systemic supplier issues for acceptance of hardware.

• Track action plans from supplier audits and assessments and monitor their activity for completion and correctness on a daily basis.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field of study required.

• Supply Chain experience is preferred.

• Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems.

• Minimum of five (5) years of Quality Assurance experience.

• Experience with quality standards including AS9100, and NADCAP.

• Proficient interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

• Minimum of five years’ experience Problem Solving, RCCA, five-why’s.

• Strong skills in MS Windows, including World, PPT, Excel and Project.

• The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Excels in a dynamic work environment.

• Energetic, agile, and ability to work independently is a requirement.

• Must be willing to travel up to 50%.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

EBI's 190-year history has been shaped by innovation and stewardship defining who we are today: a family-owned, independently led, and professionally managed company united by our people, Core Values, and Winning Vision. We invite you to explore our three strong businesses and discover how you can help shape the next chapter of our story.

Ensign-Bickford Industries ( founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

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