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Vermont Employer Supplier Quality Engineer in Vergennes, Vermont

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Collins Aerospace in Vergennes, Vermont has an exciting Supplier Quality Engineering opportunity for a results driven individual who enjoys working on a broad scope of activities to ensure quality and commitments are met, to improve the performance and efficiency of the supply-base for the Collins Vergennes production site, and be part of a close-knit cross-discipline IPT (integrated Product Team)

This individual shall have an in-depth background in working with key subcontracts and sub-contract manufacturers with the ability to manage the suppliers within various commodities, with a main focus in the mechanical/ machining / cable / CCA commodity field.

Other focus areas for this position is to develop supplier partnerships to ensure quality, service, and cost requirements that meet the needs of the Raytheon Technologies and Collins Aerospace Operations, Program Management and Engineering teams.

The successful candidate should have a background in processes and process surveys and an understanding of AS9100, AS9102, and ISO 9001.

Additionally, the individual should also have the knowledge in lean and lean techniques with an ability to work with suppliers on lean improvement activity with the supply base for both operational and quality improvement.

Must be willing to travel up to 35% both domestic and international. Relocation eligible.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Must be able to understand and interpret technical requirements, electronics, motors, machined components, and missile program flow-downs
  • Participate in Manufacturing Process Review activities at suppliers
  • CAB prepare and present quality data for suppliers to senior leadership and customer representatives
  • Disposition nonconformances associated with supplier material
  • Coordination with suppliers on Root Cause investigations and oversee the implementation and verification of Corrective Actions
  • Serve as a key Supply Chain interface for NOC (notice of change) and supplier inquiry activity for the program
  • Coordinate and perform routine visits to key suppliers to validate corrective actions, perform Manufacturing Process Reviews, and Gemba walks when necessary
  • Strong interpersonal skills - able to influence others at all levels within an organization
  • Other requests as needed to ensure customer satisfaction

\ Qualifications / Experience Needed:

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
  • S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
  • Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001, Quality Management System (QMS) standards
  • Previous experience in conducting root cause analysis for moderate to complex nonconformities and implementation of effective corrective actions.
  • Previous experience utilizing Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous shop floor manufacturing experience or direct program support in a manufacturing environment
  • Supplier Management, Project Management and Change Management experience
  • Expertise in manufacturing Special Processes & related industry organizations (Nadcap)
  • Experience with continuous improvement, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, etc
  • Experience in conducting supplier process and compliance audits
  • AS9145, Six Sigma Green/Black belt, and/or CQE certifications
  • Working knowledge/familiarity IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 IPC-A-620 Soldering experience, GD&T tolerancing, and AS9138.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

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