Job Description

Summary:

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for leading compliance activities at all PacSci’s suppliers.

The candidate must be able to quickly analyze root cause failure modes, develop and use standard RCCA tools to document and eliminate failure modes to prevent reoccurrence. Candidate must be able to influence and motivate internal and external owners needed to own and resolve supplier issues.

The SQE is also expected to be closely involved with internal core functions including Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, New Product Development, Strategic Sourcing, Quality Inspection, and Purchasing. Demonstrated skills include:

These activities include but are not limited to the following activities at a Supplier:

• Supplier evaluations
• Supplier Risk Assessments
• Supplier Process Audits
• Supplier Process Control/Improvement
• Supplier Feedback
• PPAP’s
• Supplier Monitoring
• Supplier Scorecards and necessary actions
• Supplier Change Requests (VIR)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead new and current Supplier evaluations, owning a compliance pass/fail/improve assessment.
• Generate program quality metrics (PPM, Non-conformances, SCARs, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to perform and teach Corrective Action Problem Solving Process (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.), Six Sigma methodologies and Lean principles.
• Identify “data” needed to make value add decisions for the business.
• Prepare quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and making recommendations.
• Participate in Failure Review Board activities.
• Support Supplier Development Engineering when vendor hardware/component discrepancies are discovered.
• Attend start of shift meetings in the areas in which the SQE supports; attend in-person daily management meetings and in-person required training sessions
• Responsible for contributing to non-conforming investigations and providing SME knowledge of suppliers’ products and processes.
• Collaborating on Inspection Plans and Reports (IP&R’s).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years’ experience in a QMS controlled production environment. (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO13485)
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software.
• ASQ certification is a plus.
• Lead Auditor certification is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of PFMEAs, control builds and SPC required.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process is a plus.
• Hands on use of 8D, Ishikawa templates, 3D, 5-Whys tools.
• Training experience for Operators, QE/CQE/SQE’s.
• Experience in ordnance and use of energetic materials, powders/propellants is a plus.
• Non-degreed applicants can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for possible acceptance based upon related work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess Supplier issue(s) and develop action plans proportionate to business impact.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to travel, as needed to solve Supplier issues.
• Ability to work safely in work environments outside of PacSci EMC.
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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com. PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, US citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 100,000-186,000.

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.