QinetiQ US is looking to ensure supplier compliance, manage supplier performance, and implement quality control measures across the supply chain for robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems within an international defense environment.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and military quality standards.
- Experience in supplier audits, risk assessments, and corrective action plans.
- Proficient in reading engineering drawings and performance specifications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and quality management systems.
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP), or Six Sigma certification.
- Familiarity with host-nation regulations, international supplier management, and ITAR compliance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supplier quality assurance (SQA) programs to ensure compliance with U.S. Army and host-nation standards.
- Conduct supplier audits, assessments, source inspections and performance evaluations to mitigate risk and improve quality.
- Monitor supplier adherence to contract requirements, ISO 9001 standards, and military specifications.
- Collaborate with procurement, program management, and engineering teams to address supplier quality issues.
- Establish inspection, testing, and verification processes for materials and equipment provided by suppliers.
- Investigate and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions (CARs), and supply chain quality concerns.
- Maintain detailed supplier documentation, compliance records, and audit reports.
Other
- 5+ years of experience in supplier quality management, vendor compliance, or procurement quality within government contracting or defense programs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and supplier negotiation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multinational environment and manage multiple priorities.
- SECRET or higher security clearance
- Background in aerospace, defense, or international contracting.
