Military Fellowship Program: Program Quality Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality assurance processes and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Lead inspections and audits of manufacturing processes and products to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and generate reports that highlight areas for improvement.
• Lead and participate in customer and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance with applicable standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, to resolve quality issues and support project goals.
• Train and mentor junior quality engineers and quality inspectors on quality processes and best practices.
• Manage non-conformance reports and coordinate with relevant teams for disposition activities.
• Support supplier quality management activities, including supplier audits and assessments.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Qualifications You Must Have:
• Currently serving as ACTIVE DUTY military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience (or 1+ with a related Master’s degree) in a quality engineering role within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and methodologies.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other applicable Military and statutory Standards and Specifications.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Ability to analyze and interpret quality data and metrics.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Qualifications We Prefer:
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• Black Belt Certification in Six Sigma.
• Experience with statistical analysis and quality tools.
• Familiarity with supplier quality management practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards applicable to the aerospace and defense industry.
• 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:
• Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
• 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.