Job ID: 109574 

 

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Summary

Outstanding opportunity to join the Land Electronics Quality team in Melbourne, FL as a Quality Engineer! 

Job Responsibilities Responsible for quality system development and supporting product quality improvements  Develop, maintain and deploy quality plans and activities that translate customer requirements into planned activities   Ability to work independently and to provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers, technicians and inspectors Perform analyses of program requirements and prepares responsive quality plans, procedures, schedules and resource allocations to assure optimum quality support Review and approve engineering/test and contractor documentation and provide input to assure that appropriate quality requirements are addressed Provide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actions Lead product quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards and participates in Failure Review Boards Evaluate and dispose of non-conforming material Provide technical support for Assembly/Test/Inspection personnel to include executing workmanship improvement plans, developing inspection methods and criteria, specifying appropriate sampling plans, interpreting and revising specifications, and processing non-conforming materials Lead in resolving customer quality issues and driving root cause and corrective action on process and product quality issues Assist in developing and deploying SPC initiatives Analyze and execute projects independently Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer, as required Evaluate and make recommendations on critical supplier selections and drives supplier continuous improvement processes, including leading on-site audits, evaluating prototypes, and reviewing and approving of supplier corrective actions Lead and execute customer quality program requirements Develop and generate statistical reports on inspection activities and results, new product or process testing results, etc and recommend action as required Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production and processing equipment and testing, measurement, and  analytical facilities Consider financial impacts of quality process controls and inspections Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Attend appropriate customer, business or program meetings Prepare quality engineering reports and recommendations Monitor and mentor junior quality engineers Provide regular reporting of progress and status Completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements Specialties may include:

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Software Engineering

Laser Engineering

Optical Engineering

Supplier Quality Engineering

 

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience  Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge  Experienced with ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, statistics Technical expertise and application domain knowledge ASQ certification or Black Belt preferred Ability to understand military specifications and to read blueprints Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills Ability to define problems and drive to root cause and effective corrective action

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LEL