Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

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At Leonardo, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to come and join our team.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

You will join our Supplier Quality Assurance team providing quality assurance and continuous improvement advice and support to multiple project areas of the business and the supply chain.

Key Responsibility Areas

What you will do

• Work concurrently with engineering teams to understand current and future requirements, mainly in the Mechanical/Optics categories.
• Effective Failure Management to RCCA.
• Utilise your skillset to aid in failure/material reviews and investigations in the Supply Chain.
• Support capability assessments within the supply chain.
• Use your knowledge of the supply chain to support our Integrated Project Teams in supplier selection.
• New Product Introduction in the supply chain. You will work closely with a multi-functional team to try to avoid failures, issues and unnecessary costs.
• Perform, review and approve First Article Inspection reports.
• Support in our supplier visit 'Gateway' plans.
  
  

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge Required

We think you will need to have most of the following

• A relevant qualification such as an engineering based degree, HND, BTECH, etc., or equivalent work experience in preferably a Mechanical or Optical setting.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with minimal need for supervision
• Practical experience working in a Quality / Project Assurance / Manufacturing discipline within a similar advanced manufacturing Industry
• Able to understand technical documentation such as technical drawings and international standards.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001.
• Have or has the ability to obtain SC level of security clearance (UK national).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, and team-player skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to adhere to standards and operate under pressure
• Ability to travel both nationally and internationally if required
  
  

It would be nice if you had

• Experience in First Article Activities.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis (SPC), and Good analytical skills
• Familiarity with using SAP (770)
• Working knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis tools such as 5 Whys, 8D and FMEA
• Demonstrable knowledge of customer and supplier liaison both internal and external.
• Experience of quality auditing, to AS9100/ISO9001/DAOS including the Supply Chain.
  
  

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit https //www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Pension Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Flexible Working Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Company funded flexible benefits Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Training Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
  
  

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location

GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type

Hybrid Working

Hybrid