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Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Job Summary:

Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III is responsible for delivering strategic and tactical supply chain activities for our supply base to effectively support all Textron Systems’ businesses across all site locations with a focus on overall external supply chain improvement.

Each team member will develop optimized external supply chain capability, enabling the highest levels of competition among the highest performing suppliers, geographically located; to optimally support our business throughout all phases of the product life cycle with a particular focus on Quality.

This role includes performing: - supplier assessments and development evaluations, supplier identification, and supplier management tasks. Working collaboratively across all product domains to understand the needs of the business and drive supply chain execution and accountability to the highest attainable level

The ability to travel is a catalyst to support our growing network of top performing suppliers, building relationships, competence and trust to support the development and delivery success of the many state-of-the-art Textron product lines, and when needed, engage in problem solving challenges that differentiates us from our competition. The network will further extend to capture internal customers in program management, engineering, and manufacturing, whilst teaming with procurement and Quality to provide effective execution.

Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III is specifically responsible for driving results with our suppliers across multiple supply categories including mechanical and/or electrical parts and assemblies in all facets of performance, including cost, delivery and quality. This role will report directly to the Manager of Supplier Development within the Supply Chain organization.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop Relationships throughout the Supply Base and connect that network with Internal customers and drive Quality into the foundation for execution
• Perform and/or participate in source qualification by performing quality management system surveys and special process surveys.
• Solicit supplier inputs into product design, considering design for manufacturability, cost, reliability, parts availability, and more.
• Perform Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) as appropriate for suppliers.
• Coordinate the effective flow-downs of contractual requirements to suppliers along with alignment on quality codes and performance expectations.
• Execute supplier development strategies balanced across all domains.
• Partner with Sourcing Engineering, Supplier Management, Buyers, and Quality Engineering to ensure a smooth transition to the identified source enabling seamless execution via leading effective Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM).
• Coordinate with Quality Engineering inspection requirements of suppliers and execute inspection requirements such as first article inspection, managing nonconforming materials, troubleshooting, processing material review board actions, etc.
• Lead management of critical supplier issues to improve overall execution.
• Lead risk assessments via FMEA/Risk Cubes, RCCA, countermeasures and supplier scorecard reviews.
• Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance to ensure suppliers meet and maintain expected performance levels inclusive of quality and delivery.

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots, and is the only organization certified to train the Navy’s TOPGUN program. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups. ATAC was the first civilian organization authorized to train the USAF’s F-22 Raptors. www.atacusa.com

Summary

The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintenance actions on Airborne Tactical Advantage Company’s aircraft as well as the safe and expeditious launch and recovery flight line operations at permanent and detachment sites.

 Job Responsibilities

·         Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments

·         Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft

·         Utilize AMS program

·         Training of maintenance personnel

·         Manage assigned maintenance programs

·         Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs (as necessary)

·         Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification

·         The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls

·         This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls

·         This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections

·         This mechanic: adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections

·         Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals

·         Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects

·         Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs

·         Manage programs as assigned.

·         Travel up to 25%

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

 About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

SUMMARY:

The Sr Quality Analyst is responsible for evaluating internal controls and processes to ensure they are adequate, effective, and in compliance with ATAC, Textron, AS9100 rev D, and contract requirements. The Sr Quality Analyst plans, coordinates, and executes the inspection scheme across all company sites and directorates, reporting and tracking results, trends, and action items. The Sr Quality Analyst also assists the Director of Quality & Logistics Support in continuous process improvement and general quality oversight for all permanent and operating locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Responsible for execution, preparation, and planning of internal and external inspections of ATAC sites, directorates, and activities.

·         Coordinates inspection schedule execution, including team composition, objectives, and reporting.

·         Builds inspection checklists to include discrete inspection item reference(s), methodology, owner, and target performance or compliance thresholds.

·         Coordinates inspection report development and distribution.

·         Conducts trend analysis to identify focus areas for improvement using quality BI software tools.

·         Identifies, prioritizes, and tracks metrics across assigned sites.

·         Oversees the Quality Deficiency Report (QDR), Corrective Action Request (CAR), and Nonconforming Product (NCP) processes and coordination with sites and suppliers as needed.

·         Coordinates supplier surveys and oversight inspections to support procurement activities as required.

·         Assists Program Managers with oversight recommendations and implementation.

·         Responsible for special duties and mission tasking as related to overall departmental goals.

·         Maintains oversight and ensures compliance with AS9100 rev D requirements and the approved Quality Management System (QMS).

·         Integrates with site leadership to provide layers of quality oversight and integration of quality objectives.

·         Participate as a team member on Process Improvement initiatives across departments.

·         Manages Quality software database (QT9) for the Management Review process.

·         Responsible for monthly contract status tracking to applicable Program Managers.

·         Assists with FAA related requirements as required.

·         Assists with implementation efforts regarding training, usage, and integration of aircraft maintenance tracking systems as required.

·     Employs an instructional approach to address nonconformities by explaining their significance and guiding stakeholders on implementing sustainable, long-term corrective actions.

·         Additional duties as assigned by The DQLS or the Vice President.

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

About This Role

Reporting to the Production Planning Manger, the Logistics Supervisor will lead a team of material specialists, material handlers, and shippers responsible for storing, inventorying, transacting and shipping materials, tools, equipment, and parts. The Logistics Supervisor has high visibility across the organization and works with cross functional teams in the Operations, Planning, Program and Finance departments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise logistics operations across the warehouse, shop floor, and shipping departments.
• Provide leadership to ensure safe work areas, environments, practices, and behaviors.
• Manage resources to optimize productivity, operational efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
•  Ensure compliance and execution associated with the Quality Management Systems, Textron Systems MMAS procedures, ITAR/EAR regulations, and Federal Acquisition Requirements (FAR).
• Plan, organize, and assign the logistics workflow across the warehouse, shop floor, and shipping teams to meet safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Instruct assigned personnel on processes, policies and procedures and coordinates with staff and designated support groups to resolve problems.
• Oversee outbound shipping operations to ensure accurate and cost-effective delivery of products
• Plans, organizes, and makes work assignments consistent with job classifications and employee ability.
• Provide a strong focus on developing talent throughout the organization.
• Study records and recommend remedial actions for reported non-usable, slow-moving, and excess stock.
• Review records for accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures, and to determine adequacy of stock levels.
• Traces history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock-control records and recommends remedial actions to resolve discrepancies.
• Review/manage discrete jobs are completed accurately and in a timely manner.