**Job Description** What is a Supplier Quality Engineer at BAE Systems? It is a highly empowered role with strategic and tactical Supplier Quality responsibilities for given commodities/suppliers. BAE Systems is looking for a mid to senior level candidate with interest in supplier quality. In Controls & Avionics Solutions, you will have the opportunity to help define, support, and develop the next generation of avionics - whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management. The qualified individual will have responsibility for supporting supply chain quality improvement initiatives across these business areas. Candidates will need to demonstrate technical capability in order to communicate effectively with design / component engineering on quality improvement topics and quality/design/process change opportunities both internally and within the supply base while keeping cost competitiveness in mind. Candidates will also need to exhibit good interpersonal skills in order to grow supplier relationships in order to support our business needs. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and team-oriented environment and provide opportunity for inner-team coaching and growth opportunities. We also allow a flexible work schedule and domestic / international travel. **In this job, you will:** + Lead, drive and support quality investigations, utilizing 8D (or similar) root cause corrective action methods + Share best practices across BAE sites + Ensure timely and effective supplier oversights/audits + Communicate and ensure assigned supply base meets delivered quality objectives + Support quality improvement projects as they relate to supplier quality + Support supplier transitions (all types) to ensure supplier quality is not negatively impacted + Conduct process walks (internal and/or external) and complete follow-up improvement actions identified + Engage in the team-oriented environment to leverage growth and sharing while supporting a safe working environment + Execute projects to improve efficiencies, drive out cost, manage change, and to mitigate risks + Maintain compliance to established procurement and quality procedures Because 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. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Bachelor's Degree + Strong Technical Aptitude + Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills + Root Cause Corrective Action + Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint + Frequent travel to Mexico facility **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Engineering or Technical Degree + Quality/Engineering Investigations or Failure Analysis + 5 years experience in related field + Quality Systems (AS9100, AS9145) + Lean six sigma, green/black belt **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $77814 - $132283 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 Engineer (Hybrid)** **109816BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression