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Leidos’ Mission Assurance organization is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team. This team member will support the Land Defense Systems Business Area and will join a diverse team creating unique solutions for complex problems. Some travel will be required for in-person engagements with internal customers and suppliers across multiple Leidos sites. This position will oversee and manage suppliers as they contribute product or services vital to our program’s success.

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The Leidos Mission Assurance organization currently has an opening for a Senior. Supplier Quality Engineer in the Leidos Dynetics Defense Sector to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Primary Responsibilities.

• Excellent in-house and external communication and liaison skills
• Communicate effectively with supplier(s), customer(s), and/or government quality assurance representative(s).
• Supports and interfaces with the supplier base and conduct supplier quality functions for aerospace and defense manufacturing.
• Works closely with Procurement, Program Managers, Supplier Program Managers, Program Quality Engineers, and Receiving Inspection to resolve supplier issues.
• Perform on-site supplier quality audits/assessments.
• Perform deep dives to analyze supplier issues/problems and facilitate containment, implementation of corrective and preventive actions, and development of lessons learned.
• Identify, collect, and analyze measures to effectively track supplier performance (nonconforming material, defect rates, supplier corrective actions etc.) and quality/process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in supplier/subcontractor selection and oversight to ensure the flow down of applicable clauses and requirements and that supplier/subcontractors are meeting contractual requirements.
• Reviews supplier-manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on process improvements, capabilities, and value enhancement opportunities.
• Coordinate with Global Supply Chain, Purchasing, and/or the Program/Project teams to monitor overall supplier quality performance i.e., maintain detailed reporting and assure that this data is visible to the Programs. Experience with AS9145 and AS6500 is preferred
• Review supplier inspection/test documentation including FAI’s, material test reports, etc. Reference AS9102
• Stays current on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of products and materials and advise others of any impact.
• Works with other SQEs and related functions to develop the mindset and process knowledge required as well as process issues across programs.
• Collaborates with other SQEs and Subject Matter Experts to validate process capabilities and needs for improvement across product commodities to broaden the supply base.
• Supports Supplier Quality Analysts in supplier vetting, GIDEP Alerts and other technical matters.
• Perform other quality related tasks as directed by management.

Basic Qualifications.

• This is a senior level position; candidate must be able to work independently with minimal direct supervision and deliver consistent results that improve sub-tier performance and deliver positive customer experience.
• Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree with 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6-10 years of prior relevant work experience in a Defense/Aerospace Manufacturing Environment including and 5 years in either Quality or Supplier Quality Engineering under an AS9100 or other stringent QMS or equivalent experience in DOD, Aerospace, or Automotive manufacturing Quality Assurance / Control.
• Candidate must have extensive experience working Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA). Experience in disposition of non-conforming material, review, conducting MRB, failure analysis, root cause identification, and review of corrective action package(s) from sub-tier vendors.
• Candidate must have experience performing supplier audits and assessments relative to program requirements.
• Candidate must be able to work with project managers, quality engineers, design & manufacturing engineers, and supplier (management & operations) to ensure quality requirements are understood and communicated effectively.
• Candidate must have effective problem-solving skills, working with minimal supervision and in teams.
• Candidate must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints/schematics, CAD models, specifications, and contract quality requirements, and other documents including AS9102 First Article Inspection.
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate strong personal organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with people across the Dynetics and supplier’s organizations.
• Candidate must have computer skills including experience with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and the ability to write technical documents.
• Travel is required, typically travel is 25% of the time. Travel frequency does vary depending on Program and Customer needs.
• Candidate MUST be able to obtain and maintain SECRET security clearance.
• Candidate must be able to lift a weigh up to 25 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications.

• Experience with multiple standards and methods as specified on contracts and drawings, i.e., J-STD-001, IPC 610 and IPC 620 standards and drive that to usage at suppliers and Receiving Inspection.
• Experience working with and knowledge of fabrication processes, electro-mechanical assembly, integration, and testing processes & procedures.
• Experience working with and knowledge of one or more special processes i.e., paint, welding, chem film / anodize, heat treat, counterfeit material, composite coating(s) and be able to audit suppliers to the requirements of these processes.
• Understanding basic requirements of ISO17025 and A2LA certifications requirements,
• Experience with Counterfeit Prevention techniques AS5553, AS6171 and AS6174.
• Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning and Manufacturing Readiness. AS9145, AS6500, and ARP5580. Experience with MIL-HDBK-896A a plus.
• Experience with AS9102 reviewing, approving, and monitoring sub-tier First Article Inspection activities.
• Experience dealing with multiple levels of sub-tier and customer management. Candidate must be proficient and have a history of interactions and effective discussions across different levels of Customer and Supplier teams.
• Has performed multiple on-site supplier quality audits/assessments. ISO9001, AS9100, MRA Activity.

Original Posting:

June 2, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.