Job Description

You don t see it, but it s there. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. Nashua New Hampshire is an hour northwest of Boston with all the cultural offerings and professional sports team of city life, and less than two hours from skiing and the New Hampshire Seacoast.

The Successful Candidate

BAE Systems is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to help create and deploy a new, standardized Supplier Development Program (SDP). This individual will work with Supplier Partnerships, Supplier Quality, and Engineering to deploy the SDP across the supply base, targeting KPI improvements that will have substantial impact on factory s ability to be successful. This individual must be a self-starting leader and problem solver who can effectively partner with multiple functional organizations both internally and externally for success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy a new standardized Supplier Development Program, focusing on ISO/AS Quality Management Systems (QMS), Process Val/Ver, Root Cause and Corrective Action (8D), Continual Improvement/Lean 6Sigma methodologies, Data Analytics, Technical Specification Review, Inspection Methods, GD&T, AS9145 APQP/PPAP, and Project Management, for electronic & mechanical manufacturing technologies

• Lead a cross-functional team through supplier engagement, supplier assessment, development plan creation & execution, and performance monitoring activities

• Analyze supplier performance data (KPIs, Scorecards, etc.) to plan tailored on-site supplier engagements that benefit the supplier and BAE

• Perform on-site supplier assessments, engagements, and trainings

• Plan and lead training and development sessions in a group or individual supplier scenario; can include developing the material

• Collaborate cross-functionally to create a One-Voice BAE message to the supply base

• Lead in resolving systemic supplier issues

• Enhance supplier and organization quality culture through coaching and technical engagement

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent

work, it can take the form of a hybrid or remote work format.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship or Permanent Resident status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor s Degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing

• 4 years direct or related experience in Supplier Quality or Supplier Development

• Experience with Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001 and AS9100

• Self-starter with strong teaching capabilities

• Some experience with, and an understanding of, sourcing and execution in regulated, demanding industries such as Aerospace/Defense, Medical Device, Automotive, or other challenging markets

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels in diverse and different settings

• Motivates team members, fosters and nurtures teamwork

• Travel required

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of or experience with AS9145 or APQP

• Lean 6Sigma certifications

• Direct experience with supplier development

• Project Management

• Direct experience with the International Aerospace and Quality Group (IAQG) Supplier Capability Assessment (SCA)

• Direct experience with the International Aerospace and Quality Group (IAQG) AS9145 Maturity Assessment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $92290 - $156860

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.

Supplier Quality Development Engineer

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