Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.
Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day. As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely. The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Job Summary:
Interact with supplier production and quality departments to assure production and inspection processes are consistent and adequate to provide the customer organization a steady flow of goods conforming to product quality and delivery requirements. Help the supplier upgrade to meet customer expectations by using a combination of knowledge, tact, and teaching ability and by teaming with manufacturing, quality and engineering experts as needed to support the endeavor. Monitor supplier performance, generate statistical reports and take action to assist when performance is below targeted level. Maintain approved supplier list, key supplier lists and perform on-site supplier audits/surveys.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Plan, devise and implement approaches for supplier controls and improvement

Develop and generate supplier rating reports and associated statistical data used to assess supplier performance

• Provide technical support to inspection and test personnel and design and establish workmanship criteria for projects
• Travel to suppliers to perform supplier surveys and correlate results to determine supplier suitability for ESA applications
• Travel to suppliers to conduct on site audits of supplier operating systems to determine supplier’s compliance with minimum operating system requirements
• Analyze statistical data to evaluate trends, investigate failures completely to determine the root cause and take appropriate corrective action to revise design, methods and inspection/test instructions to prevent failure recurrence. Must know when to solicit internal and external expert advice for best outcome
• Analyze product specifications and supplier processes and determine and specify the type of test and test equipment necessary to accomplish objective
• Assist suppliers in developing process improvement plans to prevent recurrence of any defects
• Periodically present supplier performance reports to senior management and respond to supplier performance concerns
• Oversee qualification and periodic testing requirements; initiate required customer reports and lead corrective action efforts on failures/defects
• Update and maintain the Approved Supplier List
• Perform data analysis of rejects and recommend supplier disqualification, when appropriate

Make data driven recommendation/decisions and take appropriate action based on the trends

• Drive the implementation of effective closed-loop corrective actions to resolve issues and prevent recurrence of rejections

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree required (or in lieu of degree equivalent, related work experience and or military service)
• Degree Preferred: Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent technical degree

5 or more years related experience in manufacturing engineering or quality

• ISO 9000 / 13485 experience preferred.

Travel/Physical Requirements:

• 50% - 70% Travel

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Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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