Supplier Quality Engineer Sr/Spec/Principal
- Locations:
- Groton, CT, US
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.
We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.
Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.
Responsibilities for this Position
Supplier Quality Engineer Sr/Spec/Principal
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2025-15381
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 2
Category: Quality Control
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will be responsible for managing the quality of Electric Boats vendors. These vendors provide engineered components which plays a crucial role in downstream manufacturing process in our shipyards and at other vendors in our supply chain. This position requires the SQE to develop relationships with peers within the supplier quality organization along with program office, procurement and material services organizations, and across disciplines within the engineering community. To be successful, the ideal candidate must possess knowledge of quality principles and understanding of supply chain management. Interpersonal and organizational skills, be an effective writer/reviewer, and be capable of working in a team environment.
The SQE will be required to perform various duties throughout all stages of procurement, including but not limited to: review of Ordering Data, Supplier Capability Assessments, Suppliers Quality Management System reviews, Process Audits and process / product inspection. In addition, Engineers will evaluate material defects and quality trends to identify where Supplier root cause assessments and corrective actions are required. This position benefits from a technical background, willingness to understand complex/critical components, and historically trend/analyze nonconformance data.
This position will require travel to Supplier locations to develop an understanding of the manufacturing and quality practices used by the Supplier to ensure purchase order requirements are met.
Responsibilities
Desired Core Values and Proven Professional Attributes
- Leadership skills
- Analytical skills
- Technical writing skills
- Experience in business communication written/correspondence/verbal
- Strong organizational skills & ability to prioritize task assignments
- Adaptable - ability to lead and follow
- Self-Starter willing to learn new and unfamiliar areas
- Meeting facilitation
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in an Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline
- 5+ years of professional engineering experience
- Ability to travel (potentially extensively at times)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD security clearance
Preferred:
- 5+ years of relevant experience in Quality Engineering, Systems Engineering, and/or Waterfront Engineering.
- Quality Certifications: LEAN Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM)
- US Military experience
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Structural or Industrial Engineering
- Experience working with Quality requirements
- Experience with Supplier oversight
- Auditing experience
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