Manufacturing quality engineering

Job Description The Louisville, Kentucky site of BAE Systems is in search of a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (Sr. SQE) within their Procurement Quality Support Engineering (PQSE) group. SQE will be responsible for all day to day supplier quality interactions on a given program. SQE will investigate, evaluate, and resolve supplier quality problems by conducting defect investigations, analyzing defect trends, and leading continuous improvement projects. Additionally, frequent interaction and status reporting to internal and external customer are required. The successful candidate will support multiple projects to completion, in support of the overall program. This position entails the enforcement of purchase order (PO) requirements, supplier non-conformance management and supplier performance improvement, including thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective action.
Champions problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances.
Evaluates First Article Inspections per the AS9102 requirements. Provide technical support, assistance and guidance on First Article Inspection processes to both internal teammates and suppliers.
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in and Engineering related field of study and 4 years related work experience, 10 years relative work experience in lieu of education.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical drawing interpretation and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T).
Strong working knowledge of Failure Analysis, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective/ Preventative Actions.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Systems and AS9102 First Article Requirements or comparable industry standards.
Experience using typical Quality gauges and measuring tools. (Computer skills to include MS Office Suite and related industry software applications.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Quality) or related discipline (Technology, Industrial Management, Industrial Technology).
Experience in Defense Prime Contract environment.
Experience with product line validation, test plans, test equipment and product qualification.
Specific experience in the following manufacturing processes: forgings, castings, foundries, machining, welding, brazing, finishes, coatings, nondestructive testing, fabrication, composites, electrical/electronics, other common processes common in the Naval, Defense and or Aerospace industries
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma concepts and tools (e.g. Toyota Production System (TPS), Toyota Way, A3 problem solving tool.

Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922
This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve.