Military Fellowship Program: Supplier Quality Engineer

SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in maintaining and elevating the quality of our products and supplier processes. You will be at the forefront of our efforts, providing expertise and guidance from program proposal through design, manufacturing, and even supporting fielded aircraft and sustainment efforts.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of Supplier Quality for direct programs, with support from our corporate office for initial supplier qualification. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier quality requirements are met from the proposal stage through to product delivery and field support.

  • Leading supplier quality activities, including auditing, monitoring, and performance evaluation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Developing and implementing supplier quality assurance strategies and processes, including standardized quality acceptance criteria for supplier products and components.

  • Providing technical guidance and support in the design, testing, and validation of supplier processes, mechanisms, and equipment to ensure they meet our stringent quality standards.

  • Writing and maintaining inspection procedures, reviewing and evaluating in-process rejections, obtaining dispositions, and implementing corrective actions as needed to resolve supplier-related quality issues.

  • Conducting detailed reviews and approvals of highly technical and comprehensive supplier quality documents, including First Article Inspections (FAI), Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans.

  • Utilizing statistical analysis and other control/risk mitigation techniques to develop and refine new evaluation and control processes for supplier quality management.

  • Participating in supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with contractual, regulatory, and internal requirements, and driving continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience

  • Higher education may substitute for relevant experience

  • Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Experience in supplier quality engineering within the aerospace, aviation, and/or defense industries.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry

• Extensive experience in manufacturing and inspection

• The following ASQ Certifications:

  • CQA Certified Quality Auditor

  • CQE Certified Quality Engineer

  • CSQP Certified Supplier Quality Professional

  • CSSBB Certified Six Sigma Black Belt

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $113,428.57 - $155,964.28. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.