Quality Engineer II

Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch quality engineer? Join our team and take your career to new heights! The Quality Engineer II will ensure adherence to stringent quality standards for our products and production processes. This role involves leading quality initiatives, conducting audits, and implementing corrective actions based on statistical analysis and industry best practices.

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.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives across the production lifecycle.
• Plan, conduct, and lead internal and external quality audits.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.
• Design and refine processes and mechanisms to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff on quality standards and processes.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. 
• Knowledge and utilization of AS9100, ISO 9001 and other applicable Military and statutory standards and specifications.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality management systems (QMS).
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Certified Auditor or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and database experience.
• Statistical analysis experience.
• Experience participating in external audits as guide.
• Six Sigma Black Belt.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Requirement to be on feet for a significant portion of the work shift.
• Majority of work hours spent on a computer.
• Hand/finger dexterity for using testing and inspection tools.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional travel may be required for audits and supplier visits.

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

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:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

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.