Supplier Quality Engineer - II

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting‑edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost‑effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high‑performance, cost‑effective, jet‑powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid‑tier defense contractor, we’ve demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the U.S. military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top‑notch jet‑powered subscale targets has established us as a go‑to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price.

At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will oversee quality assurance activities with regard to vendor‑supplied parts. Develops and maintains vendor control process for parts, including assessing supplier capability, flow down of contractual requirements, assisting vendors in understanding engineering & quality requirements, supporting the receiving & inspection process, and facilitating returns when there are failures. Works to reduce and prevent or resolve supplier‑related non‑conformances.

The SQE is a generalist, always mindful of contractual ramifications, and is relied upon by the company to make the right assurance decisions, calling in experts as needed. Requires a multi‑disciplined approach, working at a minimum with Supply Chain, Program Management, Internal Quality Professionals, Engineering, as well as vendor‑side contacts.

Applies to all levels of Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEis). Subsequent Senior Levels have additional duties and expectations listed.

• Supports Vendor Product Manufacturing
  • Performs periodic audits, actively participating in strategic development & maintaining the Approved Supplier List (ASL) through interaction with the supply base.
  • Supports Receiving & Source inspection activities including certifying manufacturing processes through First Article Inspection (FAI) Review
  • Recommends disposition of discrepant hardware in Receiving Inspection
  • Performs containment analysis to identify suspect part population(s), as required
  • Facilitates corrective actions from vendors, such as issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), when vendor‑caused defects are discovered.
  • Verifies objective evidence of supplier corrective actions.
• Implements and maintains quality management system to AS9100 Standards
  • Maintains company quality documentation.
  • Creates new and makes updates to existing Receiving Inspection plans, as required
  • Reviews documentation to support product delivery and meet traceability requirements.
  • Tracks, reports, and utilizes Supplier Quality metrics to identify systemic supplier issues, targeting areas for improvement, and facilitates correction for below standard Vendor performance.
  • Assists with containing issues when discrepancies or failures are discovered.
• Drives Company Improvements through
  • Leading Continuous Improvement Projects commensurate to QE Experience/Level
• Other duties may be assigned.

Functions as described in Essential Job Functions, above.

• Assist in defining inspection tooling using knowledge of GD&T and tooling/gauging concepts.
• Leads containment, root cause analysis and…