Quality Engineer 3

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Lead Supplier Quality for the Warfare Systems product line .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeSyracuse • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $85,269 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, including conducting audits, assessments, and corrective actions while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging suppliers to enhance compliance and capability.

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Supplier Quality ManagementSupplier Audits and AssessmentsLean/Six Sigma MethodologiesSupplier Corrective Action ProcessesTechnical Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Supplier QualificationFirst Article InspectionPerformance Scorecard ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisValue Stream MappingDFMEAPFMEAPPAP8D Problem SolvingCapability Assessments

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent OperationSupplier Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Lean ToolsSix Sigma ToolsQuality Management SystemsTechnical Assessment ReportsCompliance Standards

Certifications & Qualifications

Supplier Quality Auditor CertificationISO Certification

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseMarineManufacturingQuality EngineeringGovernment StandardsDoD Quality StandardsUSAF Quality StandardsUSCG Quality StandardsCMMI

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Supplier Quality for the Warfare Systems product line
Develop risk-based plans for supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, product and system audits, and performance scorecard management
Conduct supplier system audits, process audits, capability assessments, and source inspections
Travel to supplier locations to clarify quality requirements, conduct assessments, resolve quality issues, and support root cause investigations
Evaluate supplier technical issues and coordinate allowable deviations with Engineering
Monitor, report, and improve supplier and product quality KPIs
Establish short- and long-term supplier quality goals
Lead supplier corrective action activities including NCR, RCCA, and CAPA
Lead supplier performance improvement projects involving process analysis, value stream mapping, throughput studies, Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, 5S, and Kaizen events
Conduct supplier capability assessments to qualify new suppliers for the Approved Supplier List
Train suppliers on HII quality requirements and support capability development
Partner with Engineering, Program Management, Purchasing, and Supply Chain on new product introductions and design changes
Support the Supplier Quality Review Board
Participate in commodity strategy and sourcing decisions
Support ISO, CMMI, PPAP, FAI, and internal compliance activities
Manage supplier deviation requests
Perform Supplier Technical Assessments, hold-point inspections, test witnessing, and final acceptance inspections onsite
Assess new suppliers for technical capability, capacity, compliance, and quality system maturity
Develop supplier qualification roadmaps and conduct regular supplier engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or 3 years relevant experience with a Master's degree in a related field; or 0 years experience with a PhD or Juris Doctorate in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to travel up to 30%
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively across diverse teams and operate independently
Experience with manufacturing or quality engineering in a complex production environment
Experience conducting supplier assessments, audits, corrective actions, and technical reviews
Ability to engage suppliers at all levels to drive capability and compliance improvements
Preferred: experience in marine, aerospace, or defense product development or manufacturing
Preferred: experience in a Supplier Quality role within a supply chain organization
Preferred: certification as a Supplier Quality Auditor (ISO or equivalent)
Preferred: experience with USAF, USCG, ABS, or DoD quality standards
Knowledge of 8D, Lean, 5 Whys, Pareto Analysis, Six Sigma, DFMEA, PFMEA, PPAP, and related tools
Experience evaluating supplier competencies against procurement, technical, and quality requirements
Ability to produce clear, professional technical correspondence and assessment reports
Experience communicating with senior personnel within Government, Military, or industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong health coverage
Company-matched retirement savings
Paid time off
10 paid federal holidays
Medical, dental, and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Educational and training programs for continual career growth
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions