AAI Corporation, an operating unit of Textron Systems, is looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (Electronics)/Quality Assurance Engineer. This role will plan, organize, direct and perform all supplier quality related activities on a supply chain team for assigned commodities, including identification of risk and mitigation. Must have an advanced understanding of the procedures and practices of the Supplier Quality Assurance Field. Specific duties will include:

• Develop supplier relationships to ensure supply chain objectives.
• Partner with suppliers to improve costs and delivery for the mutual benefit of AAI and the supplier.
• Assist suppliers in contemporary quality assurance processes and procedures to facilitate continuous improvement of supplier and product performance.
• Perform and/or participate in source qualification by performing quality management system surveys and special process surveys.
• Perform first article inspections (Physical and functional), initial source inspections and witness testing at supplier facilities ensuring procured product meets drawings, specifications, processes and SOW requirements.
• Assist receiving inspection in resolving inspection and documentation issues.
• Work with procurement, program management, program quality, engineering, manufacturing, reliability, inspection and government representatives to resolve issues with discrepant supplier material.
• Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance to ensure suppliers meet and maintain expected quality levels.
• Investigate trend problems and issue timely corrective action requests to suppliers to resolve discrepant material issues and determine root cause.
• Perform troubleshooting with supplier to resolve issues as required.
• Status and approve SCAR responses to supplier quality issues and verify the effectiveness of supplier actions on subsequent product inspections/receipts/visits.

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Required Skills
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Good interpersonal skills in dealing with suppliers, peers and other functional areas. Strong technical writing ability. Must have strong computer skills in MS Word, Access and Excel. Must be able to travel on short notice.  

Required Experience
Strong background in Quality Engineering/Quality Assurance fields, Supplier Quality experience preferred. Background in electronics manufacturing and design environment. Working knowledge of IPC 610, 620 and J-STD-001. Certification/extensive experience in ISO/AS 9100 lead auditor techniques, methodology and practices. BSEE / Technical Degree Bachelors of Science Degree from an accredited school with 10 years related experience.

Note: All candidates must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a SECRET government security clearance.

Tracking Code
5454

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About AAI Corporation

As a recognized global provider of innovative aerospace and defense products and services, AAI’s business is to protect and defend our nation and its allies. Since our founding in 1950, our employees have generated numerous patents during the company’s decades-long history, and have been recognized repeatedly for their commitment to supporting America’s military.   In 2006, 2007, and 2008, AAI was selected as one of Baltimore Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work”. Our parent company, Textron Inc., is Fortune’s “Most Admired Company” in aerospace and defense. We  achieve excellence through benefits such as comprehensive training, career development, an annual awards program, and ongoing cash incentive programs. Full-time employees enjoy benefits packages that include: health, dental, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, a pension plan, tuition reimbursement, health club reimbursement, adoption assistance, and an employee assistance program.  We value our diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment for all.