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Principal Quality EngineerLeonardo DRS • West Plains, MO, US
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Principal Quality Engineer

Principal Quality Engineer

Leonardo DRS • West Plains, MO, US
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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

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 and mentor and coach other engineers. Responsible for establishing quality programs and driving quality improvement initiatives internally and at both customers and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review customer specifications and develop quality systems and processes to support them.
  • Influence functional organizations towards a preventive, quality-oriented culture from design throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Provide budget, cost, and schedule input for quality assignments.
  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
  • Communicate effectively with manufacturing, supply chain, program management, and customers.
  • Participate in preparation of complex proposals.
  • Provide technical expertise and support to engineers and support personnel.
  • Coordinate with technical management and other professionals on technical activities.
  • Support and promote the organization's mission, values, and culture.
  • Attend engineering, customer, or business meetings.
  • Mentor and coach less experienced engineers.

Specialties (may include) :

  • Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Laser, Optical, Test, Manufacturing, Application Engineering, Supplier Quality
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field with at least 8 years of experience.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Strong knowledge and experience across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to complete technical projects independently.
  • Benefits

    We prioritize our employees' well-being by offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) plan. We support wellness, career development, and work-life balance through flexible schedules, paid leave, and community service hours.

    Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination of any kind.

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