Supplier Development and Performance Management - Optics

Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: September 10, 2023

Job Description:

Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A.-- For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at Job ID:--106391--The Electro Optical Infrared--Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.----EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne--platforms.----We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.----Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest. Job Responsibilities --- This role is specifically for Supplier Relationship Management / Supplier Quality Engineering. Significant travel > 50% should be anticipated when necessary (including unplanned travel to support missions)----- Candidate will align with optical category Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive cost target, risk mitigation, and partnership strategies--- Demonstrated experience in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) preferred--- Research and find the best suppliers to supply materials needed for manufacturing--- Conduct supplier capability, capacity, risk, and quality control audits on a regular basis to ensure suppliers and their supplies remain in compliance with company and federal manufacturing and production standards--- Understand and interpret all manufacturing audits, including AS9100 and other industry standards--- Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing processes and be able to support supplier development, continuous improvement, and quality management initiatives--- Act as "voice of supplier" within DRS to ensure that all issues that could cause a risk to schedule and material conformance are addressed timely--- Responsible for designing quality improvement initiatives and processes across a line of business or commodity--- Mentor and coach other engineers--- Responsible for establishing quality programs and for driving quality improvement initiatives internally and at suppliers--- Design, develop, analyze, document and support quality programs such as Six Sigma/Lean, SPC, FMEA, etc.--- Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop quality systems and processes to best support them--- Provide budget, cost and schedule input for quality assignments--- Analyze designs as necessary and make recommendations from a quality and manufacturing perspective--- Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required Specialties may include: --- Optical Engineering--- Supplier Quality Engineering--- Optics Manufacturing Qualifications --- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 10 years of experience--- Ability to complete a technical project independently--- Experience with military programs and qualifications is desired Knowledge in the Following Areas (required): --- Optical Profilometry--- Optical Interferometry--- Aspheric Metrology--- Optical Manufacturing Processes--- Thin Film coating--- Spectrophotometry--- Angle Metrology using an Auto-Collimator--- Surface Quality Inspection with a working knowledge of Mil-PRF-13830 & ISO 10110-8 Knowledge in the Following Areas (preferred): --- Optical Scatter Metrology--- Diamond Turning and Diamond machining--- MTF Testing--- Interferometer Calibration and Scale Factors for transmitted vs. reflected--- Off-Wavelength Metrology--- System level interferometry--- How to use MetroPro Software from ZYGO--- Calculating the proper transmission sphere for a radius of curvature--- Radius measurement using a radius slide--- InfraRed Crystal knowledge of properties and uses Only candidates that meet the qualifications set forth above are eligible to be contacted for further information. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.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 onlyLeonardo 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. #EOIS #LI-DH1

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