Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Job ID: 115219 DRS Space Systems in Cypress, CA develops advanced space mission payloads, leveraging cutting edge electro-optical and infrared space sensors, instruments, and software for key domestic and international allied customers. As part of DRS’s Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business, we offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest. Business Unit: EOIS Location: Cypress CA Career Functional Area: Quality Engineering Telework Type: Hybrid at the Cypress CA location Relocation Available: Yes Type:Exempt Full Time Employee Schedule: 9/80 Shift: 1st Job Responsibilities Lead supplier quality management activities for assigned commodities/suppliers, including qualification, surveillance, and performance monitoring. Conduct on-site supplier audits and assessments against AS9100, customer flow-downs, and applicable regulatory/contractual requirements. Drive root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA/8D) for supplier-related nonconformances, rejections, and escalations, including delays impacting OTD. Analyze supplier reject and transaction data (e.g., RI rejects, WIP transactions) to identify trends, top detractors, and systemic issues; present findings in clear, management-ready summaries. Own and disposition Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), tracking to closure and verifying effectiveness. Support new supplier qualification, including First Article Inspection (FAI/AS9102), PPAP-equivalent submissions, and process capability studies. Partner with Procurement and Engineering to evaluate supplier certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485, NADCAP) against program requirements and assess risk/gaps. Develop and maintain supplier scorecards, quality metrics, and dashboards (Power BI or similar) to support management review. Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities and disposition of nonconforming material. Mentor junior quality engineers and contribute to supplier quality process improvements and training. Travel to supplier sites as needed for audits, containment activities, and qualification events up to 50%. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field (or equivalent experience). 8+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering within aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), and related aerospace quality standards. Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa). Experience conducting supplier audits and assessments. Proficiency with quality data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or equivalent). Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to management and suppliers. U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by contract. Preferred Qualifications ASQ certification (CQE, CSSBB, or CQA). Experience with NADCAP-accredited processes (welding, NDT, heat treat, etc.). Familiarity with J-STD-001 Space Addendum Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Power BI-based supplier scorecarding. Prior experience managing a supplier base in electronics, machined parts, or castings/forgings. U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The salary range for this position is $101,098/year- $144,570/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collecti…

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