Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Role Description

We are looking for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer with experience in the manufacturing, process control and monitoring of Electronic Assemblies of varying complexities. The Sr. SQE will also need experience on defect prevention, inspection, acceptance and problem-solving and continuous improvement. This professional will implement tools and processes to ensure suppliers have robust manufacturing and acceptance plans to deliver first time quality to BAE Systems.

The role requires experience and familiarization with all practical aspects of IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronics Assemblies) and IPC/ECA J-STD-002 (Solderability tests for component leads and terminations). The candidate selected will:

Investigate, evaluate, resolve and prevent quality issues by analyzing quality data and trends.

Conduct assessments, lead continuous improvement projects, and apply effective problem-solving tools for the correction and prevention of defects.

Be a self-motivated, data-driven, result-oriented professional, traveling to assigned suppliers across the Country.

Lead multiple supplier quality projects to completion.

Utilize quality science tools and analytical skills to establish innovative solutions to quality related issues.

Ensure proper collaboration with suppliers and a clear understanding of requirements and expectations.

This role will be reporting to the Electronics Category Supplier Quality Manager. Expected Travel requirement: Approximately 50% (mix of local, day visits, and some overnight travel).

Additionally, the selected candidate will:

Ensure assigned suppliers meet established expectations for Quality and Delivery.

Champion a preventive and predictive quality mentality, promoting the use of APQP, Lean Six-Sigma and other applicable systems and tools.

Utilize supplier Scorecards/metrics and analytical tools to quantify performance levels of individual suppliers.

Work with suppliers to develop improvement plans towards achieving 100% quality performance.

Minimize the impact of nonconforming product and ensure robust supplier corrective actions are delivered.

Champion problem-solving and supplier 8D activities, focusing on eliminating recurrence of non-conformances.

Deploy and support Supplier Development efforts to ensure drive towards correction and continuous improvement.

Perform, prioritize and minimize Source Inspection of product at supplier locations.

Perform and Evaluate First Article Inspections per the requirements of AS9102 and train suppliers to meet established expectations.

This is a remote position; however, the selected individual must live in or around the Northeastern Region of the United States to be able to travel to/visit suppliers in the area. Relocation is not available.

Qualifications

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience.

Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience (in a relevant function and industry) or 6-8 years of engineering experience in lieu of degree.

Work Experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role.

Experience with inspections, product test, equipment and instrumentation.

Direct knowledge of Manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods.

Effective, practical problem solver using structured problem-solving methods and systems.

Effective communicator, able to express ideas clearly, directly and objectively.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technical Discipline.

Experience in Aerospace or a Defense Electronics Prime Contract environment.

Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality System, AS9102C First Article Requirements and AS9145 Advanced Product Quality Planning.

Working knowledge and familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-002, IPC-A-600, MIL-STD-883.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or above and working knowledge of APQP and PPAP Systems.

Proficient experience on Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation and qualification of Mechanical and Fabricated products.

Experience with product test, equipment and instrumentation, knowledge of multiple Electronics Commodities, such as CCA/PCBA, Electronic and Electrical assemblies, RF and MW Devices, Semiconductor, distributors, passives and miscellaneous.

Familiarity with APQP, PPAP and tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA and Control Plan.

Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System.

Eligibility to obtain a security clearance from the Department of Defense.

Company Description

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.