Supplier Quality Engineer - Lean Six-Sigma Green Belt at BAE SYSTEMS
Nashua, NH 03060
About the Job
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 CandidateBAE Systems is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer – Operational Excellence, who will report to the Supplier Quality Manager II – Operational Excellence
This individual will work across the ES Sector to deploy new critical capabilities and standardize processes and procedures
This individual will provide support to the business in the area of supplier quality assurance, optimizing the supplier engagement process utilizing a KPI program and standard tools and processes to ensure our supply base is prepared and have robust plans to deliver quality products to BAE program customers
This individual will deploy Lean-6Sigma practices across the SQA organization and supply base with a results focus that will have substantial impact on business performance and on delivering operational excellence to customers
You will also drive a CI culture deploying industry leading tools, processes and technologies
You must be a driven problem solver who will utilize your analytical skills to find innovative solutions to supplier quality related issues & challenges and mitigate supplier related business disruptions.Responsibilities:Deploy and embed new critical capabilities and standardized ways of working across Electronic Systems in line with customer and stakeholder needsCollaborate across Business Areas and Functions for planning, execution and management of process improvements, projects and other initiativesDevelop, improve, and continuously monitor/communicate a standard, meaningful, and actionable KPI/metrics program that can be reported to the most senior level of leadership in order to provide supplier status and health of supply chainAdministers the operational excellence CI project portfolio management process to identify, implement, and sustain best practices across the function and supply chainSupports internal supplier quality and external supplier candidates through the 6Sigma Green/Black Belt certification program Partnering with the supplier quality development team in applying analytical tools to quantify performance levels of suppliers at the sector level and develop improvement plans to achieve 100% quality performance Coordinate with Supplier Partnerships to execute a One-Voice BAE message to the supply base around development and improvementsSupporting the business in resolving systemic supplier issues, using the known lean and 6S tools and CI methodology as a way to improve Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory of supplied materialSupporting AS9145 APQP/PPAP deployment across the supply baseSupports key supplier business review process to monitor metrics, identify trends and execute CI projects to assure demonstrated performance improvementsEnhance supplier and organization quality culture through coaching and technical engagementBecause this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.#supplierqualityRequired Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s Degree and 6-8+ years direct experience, or related experience in Operational Excellence or Continuous Improvement or 8-12+ years of experience in lieu of degreeGreen Belt required, Black Belt preferredHave led multiple high impact kaizens and/or Black belt projectsSome experience with, and an understanding of, sourcing and execution in regulated, demanding industries such as Aerospace/Defense, Medical Device, Automotive (APQP), or other challenging marketsStrong RCCA 8D experience training & leading suppliers and internal events Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and in diverse and different settingsSelf-starter; identifies challenges/problems and takes the initiative to identify solutionsMotivates team members, fosters and nurtures teamworkCan diffuse high-tension situations calmly and effectivelySome travel expectedPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing and 8 years of related experienceExperience in Supplier Quality preferredLean-6Sigma MBB – Master black belt certification preferredPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270Please 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.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.Job SummaryJob number: 105930BRDate posted : 2024-10-15Profession: Other ProfessionalsEmployment type: Full-Time
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 CandidateBAE Systems is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer – Operational Excellence, who will report to the Supplier Quality Manager II – Operational Excellence
This individual will work across the ES Sector to deploy new critical capabilities and standardize processes and procedures
This individual will provide support to the business in the area of supplier quality assurance, optimizing the supplier engagement process utilizing a KPI program and standard tools and processes to ensure our supply base is prepared and have robust plans to deliver quality products to BAE program customers
This individual will deploy Lean-6Sigma practices across the SQA organization and supply base with a results focus that will have substantial impact on business performance and on delivering operational excellence to customers
You will also drive a CI culture deploying industry leading tools, processes and technologies
You must be a driven problem solver who will utilize your analytical skills to find innovative solutions to supplier quality related issues & challenges and mitigate supplier related business disruptions.Responsibilities:Deploy and embed new critical capabilities and standardized ways of working across Electronic Systems in line with customer and stakeholder needsCollaborate across Business Areas and Functions for planning, execution and management of process improvements, projects and other initiativesDevelop, improve, and continuously monitor/communicate a standard, meaningful, and actionable KPI/metrics program that can be reported to the most senior level of leadership in order to provide supplier status and health of supply chainAdministers the operational excellence CI project portfolio management process to identify, implement, and sustain best practices across the function and supply chainSupports internal supplier quality and external supplier candidates through the 6Sigma Green/Black Belt certification program Partnering with the supplier quality development team in applying analytical tools to quantify performance levels of suppliers at the sector level and develop improvement plans to achieve 100% quality performance Coordinate with Supplier Partnerships to execute a One-Voice BAE message to the supply base around development and improvementsSupporting the business in resolving systemic supplier issues, using the known lean and 6S tools and CI methodology as a way to improve Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory of supplied materialSupporting AS9145 APQP/PPAP deployment across the supply baseSupports key supplier business review process to monitor metrics, identify trends and execute CI projects to assure demonstrated performance improvementsEnhance supplier and organization quality culture through coaching and technical engagementBecause this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.#supplierqualityRequired Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s Degree and 6-8+ years direct experience, or related experience in Operational Excellence or Continuous Improvement or 8-12+ years of experience in lieu of degreeGreen Belt required, Black Belt preferredHave led multiple high impact kaizens and/or Black belt projectsSome experience with, and an understanding of, sourcing and execution in regulated, demanding industries such as Aerospace/Defense, Medical Device, Automotive (APQP), or other challenging marketsStrong RCCA 8D experience training & leading suppliers and internal events Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and in diverse and different settingsSelf-starter; identifies challenges/problems and takes the initiative to identify solutionsMotivates team members, fosters and nurtures teamworkCan diffuse high-tension situations calmly and effectivelySome travel expectedPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing and 8 years of related experienceExperience in Supplier Quality preferredLean-6Sigma MBB – Master black belt certification preferredPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270Please 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.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.Job SummaryJob number: 105930BRDate posted : 2024-10-15Profession: Other ProfessionalsEmployment type: Full-Time
