Supplier Quality Engineer

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is hiring! We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to support the Modernization and Sustainment site in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Responsibilities

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will perform supplier facing quality engineering, in support of multiple Program(s). The SQE will work cross functionally across Hardware Management Teams, Supply Chain, Operations and Engineering activities to analyze, control, and improve product quality. Will be working daily with Program Quality Engineers (PQE) on Q clause assignments and other tasking as requested/required from the PQEs. The SQE develops supplied part quality requirements and ensures quality requirements are applied appropriately. The SQE interprets Quality requirements (Q clauses) and makes critical decisions on Q clauses application to procured production parts. The SQE’s role includes execution of Supplier Assessments, First Article Inspection validation, Source Inspection, problem resolution, meeting facilitation and continuous improvement activities within V2X and at suppliers’ facilities, ensure compliance to quality requirements and manage/mitigate program risk. Will be required to evaluate new suppliers for onboarding, conduct root cause analysis, issue Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR), and work with the GIDEP team.

As a part of Supplier Quality, the SQE will support Incoming Inspection for evaluating and assessing the quality of the material being delivered to V2X by our suppliers. Will be required to travel to suppliers to perform Source Inspections 10%-20% of the year. Usually consisting of 2-4 days max at many different locations across the country.  Home location will be Indianapolis, IN.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science STEM degree.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years related experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, and/or supply chain disciplines.
• Experience with First Article Inspections.
• Experience with data analysis, such as cycle time, efficiency, capacity, and utilization.
• Experience in utilizing Microsoft Office Tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access.
• Ability to read mechanical and/or electrical drawings and interpret/create requirements – includes knowledge in hardware/electrical inspection techniques.
• Practical knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action Processes.
• General understanding of commercial and aerospace / defense regulations and standards- AS9100, AS9102, ISO9001, AS9145, AS9115.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD security clearance. 

Desired Skills:

• Practical knowledge of Aerospace or commercial equivalent preventative tools - SPC, FMEA, QFD, PPAP, APQP etc.
• Six Sigma, Lean and / or American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certification (CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE, etc.).
• Proven successes in building and maintaining relationships with multiple suppliers / customers.
• Experience in DoD product and process oversight including requirements, build, integration, test and delivery.
• General knowledge of industry technical standards (such as ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, etc.).
• Experience working with Net Inspect.
• Experience with S4Hana (SAP).
• J-Std experience for soldering.
• Experience working with DCMA.

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.