Manufacturing quality engineering

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BWXT Enrichment Operations is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to support the Centrifuge Manufacturing Development Facility (CMDF). This position is responsible for developing and maintaining a qualified supplier network capable of supporting prototype development, manufacturing readiness, and future production operations.

The Supplier Quality Engineer will serve as the primary quality interface between BWXT EO and external suppliers, ensuring purchased materials, components, and services meet technical, quality, schedule, and readiness requirements. The role focuses on supplier qualification, supplier audits, supplier development, source inspection planning, and supplier readiness activities that support the transition of centrifuge technology from development to commercial manufacturing.

The successful candidate will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality organizations to identify supplier risks, improve supplier performance, and establish a robust supply chain capable of supporting future manufacturing scale-up.

Evaluates supplier quality systems, technical capabilities, manufacturing processes, and capacity.

Conducts supplier risk assessments and determine appropriate supplier classifications.

Reviews supplier quality documentation and certifications.

Plans and conducts supplier quality audits and assessments.

Evaluates supplier compliance with quality requirements and contractual obligations.

Documents audit findings and verify corrective action implementation.

Supports risk-based supplier surveillance activities.

Assesses supplier readiness for prototype and production support.

Partners with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and process capability.

Assists suppliers in implementing process controls and quality improvements.

Identifies and mitigates supplier performance risks.

Verifies compliance with technical and quality requirements prior to shipment.

Supports First Article Inspection (FAI) activities performed at supplier locations.

Assesses supplier readiness for new product introductions and manufacturing scale-up.

Evaluates supplier capacity, staffing, equipment, and process maturity.

Supports Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR) and Technology Transfer Reviews (TTR).

Identifies supply chain risks affecting program milestones and production readiness.

Monitors supplier quality, delivery, responsiveness, and performance trends.

Analyzes supplier performance data and identify improvement opportunities.

Escalates significant supplier risks and performance concerns.

Collaborates with Engineering on supplier technical evaluations.

Supports Manufacturing with supplier-related quality issues.

Supports Configuration Management and Engineering Change activities impacting suppliers.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related technical discipline (or 8 years experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree).

Minimum five (5) years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, Quality Engineering, or Supply Chain Quality.

S. citizen.

E. security clearance.

Experience working within an ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in: Supplier Qualification, Supplier Auditing, Corrective Action Management, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Assessments, Supplier Development, Supplier Scorecards, First Article Inspection (FAI), Process Validation, Quality Systems

Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical device, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments.

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).

ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP).

Experience supporting prototype-to-production transitions.

Experience with precision machining, fabrication, or complex manufacturing processes.

Familiarity with ISO,9001, NQA-1, or regulated manufacturing environments

ISO 9001, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Process Capability Analysis (Cp/Cpk), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), ERP/MRP Systems, Power BI or Similar Analytics Tools

Key Performance Indicators

Supplier Schedule Performance

Supplier Performance Improvement

Supplier Risk Identification

Risk Mitigation Effectiveness

This position offers a unique opportunity to help establish the supplier quality and supply chain foundation for the next generation of enrichment technology. The Supplier Quality Engineer will play a key role in developing a high-performing supplier network capable of supporting prototype development, manufacturing readiness, and future commercial-scale production operations.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.

The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.

Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. S. citizens. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought.