Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer based out of the Phoenix, Arizona site. In this role as a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, you'll be charged with implementing tools and processes to ensure suppliers are prepared and have robust plans to deliver timely and quality products to BAE Systems. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be tasked to investigate, evaluate, and resolve supplier quality problems by conducting audits, analyzing defect trends, and leading continuous improvement projects. You'll conduct capability assessments that verify supplier qualifications, travel to assigned suppliers, and lead multiple projects to completion. A self-starting problem solver, you'll utilize analytical skills to find innovative solutions to quality-related issues. You'll disseminate information and direction ensuring supplier understanding of requirements and expectations, and maintain progress reports and present findings.

Important note about location and schedule: This position is on the company's, "3-2-1 Hybrid Work Schedule", which includes a combination of remote and in-office work. To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance to Phoenix, Arizona.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in a technical or engineering discipline and a minimum of four years related work experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role, or the overall equivalent experience;
• Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality System and AS9102 First Article Requirements and Source Inspections;
• Direct knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods;
• Highly effective communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Ability to work collaboratively with others, building and nurturing partnerships;
• Must be able to support travel of up to 50% from a home base within the Phoenix, AZ area.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in an Aerospace or Defense contractor environment;
• Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System (QMS);
• Proficient experience in Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation and qualification of Mechanical and Fabricated products;
• Experience with product test, equipment and instrumentation, knowledge of thermal processes, welding and brazing, finishes and coatings, nondestructive testing, fabrication, composites and other common processes common in the Aerospace and Defense industries;
• Familiarity with APQP and PPAP and process tools such as PFMEA and Control Plan;
• Green / Black Belt certification from a recognized organization.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922

Please note: 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; a 401(k) savings plan; 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. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.