Mgr I- Eng Quality
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Location: Nashua, NH 03060
Description:
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. And you can, too. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The World." Sound like a team you want to be a part of?
Come build your career with BAE Systems. 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 Manager I, who will report to the Director of Supplier Quality - Electronic Combat Solutions. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the Supplier Quality program by improving product and process quality, and delivery within the supply chain. This role will be directly responsible for the management of the F-35 program. This individual will lead a diverse team of professionals responsible for AS9145, Lean-6Sigma, and Quality science tool deployment and continuous improvement that will have substantial impact on the KPIs, business results, and on delivering operational excellence to customers. This individual must be a self-starting leader who can effectively partner with multiple functional organizations internally (BAE Electronic Systems) and externally (Supply Base) for success.
Responsibilities:
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
Required Skills and Education
Preferred Skills and Education
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Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression
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. And you can, too. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The World." Sound like a team you want to be a part of?
Come build your career with BAE Systems. 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 Manager I, who will report to the Director of Supplier Quality - Electronic Combat Solutions. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the Supplier Quality program by improving product and process quality, and delivery within the supply chain. This role will be directly responsible for the management of the F-35 program. This individual will lead a diverse team of professionals responsible for AS9145, Lean-6Sigma, and Quality science tool deployment and continuous improvement that will have substantial impact on the KPIs, business results, and on delivering operational excellence to customers. This individual must be a self-starting leader who can effectively partner with multiple functional organizations internally (BAE Electronic Systems) and externally (Supply Base) for success.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, execute, lead, and enhance the supplier quality strategy by partnering with Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Category Supplier Quality and Program Quality.
- Manage the F-35 supply base quality through product life cycle, from initial sourcing to development, launch, and ongoing business management
- Develop and implement an F-35 Supplier development strategy that includes capability, performance, quality, cost, and delivery improvements.
- Drive rapid Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations to prevent defects and communicate to internal partners
- Monitor, report on, and improve on key supplier KPIs, understanding root cause(s) of changes in metrics, identify trends and associated action plans
- Drive AS9145 deployment in key suppliers of the category supply base to mitigate risk
- Partner with Supply Chain to create a One-Voice BAE message to the supply base and internal partners
- Manages and develops a high performing and diverse team of Supplier Quality Engineers
- Enhance supplier and organization quality culture through coaching and technical engagement
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of experience or 10+ years of experience in lieu of degree
- Experience in Quality, Operations, or Manufacturing
- Experience with ISO 9000:2000, AS9100 Quality Systems; AS9145 or APQP is a desire; Lean and 6Sigma certifications a plus
- Significant experience with, and an understanding of, sourcing and execution in regulated, demanding industries such as Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, etc
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and in diverse and different settings
- Self-starter; identifies challenges/problems and takes the initiative to identify solutions
- Must demonstrate high degree of compliance, flexibility and efficiency in building systems and trust with suppliers and customers including regulatory agencies
- Motivates team members, fosters and nurtures teamwork
- Can diffuse high-tension situations calmly and effectively
- Must be able to travel
Preferred Skills and Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Effective, clear communicator and practical problem solver
- Utilizes Quality Science tools
- Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma
- Green / Black Belt certification from a recognized organization
- Experience with root cause corrective action investigations
- Experience with electronics manufacturing
- Proven ability to coordinate a team to drive action
- Experience with metric trending
- AS9102/AS9145 experience
EEO Career Site
Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression