Job Information
Leonardo DRS, Inc. Principal Quality Engineer in West Plains, Missouri
Job ID: 111291
The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Summary
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for developing program or project quality system processes and supporting product quality improvements
Responsible for designing quality improvement initiatives and processes across a line of business, commodity or business unit
Design, develop, analyze, document, and support quality activities that drive continuous improvement across the organization utilizing Six Sigma/Lean, SPC, FMEA, Process Capability and ISO Quality Management systems
Complete technical projects independently
Mentor and coach other engineers
Responsible for establishing quality programs and for driving quality improvement initiatives internally and at both customers and suppliers
Design, develop, analyze, document and support quality programs such as Six Sigma/Lean, SPC, FMEA, Process Capability and ISO Quality Management systems
Ability to complete a technical project independently and mentor and coach other engineers
Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop quality systems and processes to best support them
Ability to influence Functional Organizations towards a preventive, quality-oriented culture from design throughout the life of the product
Provide budget, cost and schedule input for quality assignments
Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
Analyze designs as necessary and make recommendations form a quality perspective
Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
Mentor and coach less experienced engineers
Specialties may include:
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
Laser Engineering
Optical Engineering
Test Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering which may include: Industrial or Process Engineering, or others
Application Engineering
Supplier Quality
Job Responsibilities Part II
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience
Master’s degree preferred
Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge
Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines
Ability to complete a technical project independently.
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. #LSY
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