What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Quality Manager II position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Manager II as part of the Strategic Missiles Product Area within the Precision Guidance Sensing Solutions (PGSS) product line to lead the Program Quality Team on the THAAD Production Program. The Program Quality Manager will be responsible for the effective performance of the THAAD Program Quality function to include, but not limited to, quality assurance, continuous process improvement, and lifecycle management. This role will also be responsible to drive permanent irreversible corrective actions using quality science tools via 8d methodology. She or he will help integrate APQP/PPAP for key products utilizing PF, PFMEA, Control Plan, Capability Studies, and MSA. Additionally, they will work closely with the Program Quality & Supplier Quality Teams along with other critical functions to provide world class program execution.
The successful candidate:
Key responsibilities include:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Manager II as part of the Strategic Missiles Product Area within the Precision Guidance Sensing Solutions (PGSS) product line to lead the Program Quality Team on the THAAD Production Program. The Program Quality Manager will be responsible for the effective performance of the THAAD Program Quality function to include, but not limited to, quality assurance, continuous process improvement, and lifecycle management. This role will also be responsible to drive permanent irreversible corrective actions using quality science tools via 8d methodology. She or he will help integrate APQP/PPAP for key products utilizing PF, PFMEA, Control Plan, Capability Studies, and MSA. Additionally, they will work closely with the Program Quality & Supplier Quality Teams along with other critical functions to provide world class program execution.
The successful candidate:
- Enjoys working with and coaching Quality professionals and other cross-functional team members to continuously improve execution success on the THAAD Program & throughout the Strategic Missiles Product Area
- Possesses strong communication and presentation skills to facilitate effective communication at all levels of the organization and across multiple cultures as well as into the customer or partner community - able to effectively coordinate across multiple sites
- Needs to be a hands-on leader willing to take responsibility for resolving technical challenges, ensuring successful tactical execution, as well as creating and implementing strategic vision. Has the ability to influence in a dynamic environment and respond to changing Customer and Business demands
- Possesses a strong understanding of Quality Science tools (APQP/PPAP, 8D RCCA, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma) along with relevant industry standards and their application to drive execution excellence
- A visible leader with an agile leadership style and able to adjust one’s approach to fit the situation as a driver, coach, mentor, or teacher
- Relates well with individuals at all levels of the organization, builds appropriate rapport, constructive and effective relationships with a focus on mentorship and knowledge transfer
- Establish & maintain a positive and collaborative relationship with THAAD Program Customers while optimizing programmatic execution
Key responsibilities include:
- Responsible for the managing the Program Quality Team on the THAAD Program within the Strategic Missiles Product Area
- Develop & Mentor the THAAD Program Quality & Supplier Quality Engineering Teams with a focus on the intricacies associated with Space Level programs and working with the Missile Defense Agency
- Ensure THAAD Quality performance conforms to established program requirements as well as company, industry and regulatory standards
- Review, analyze and report on quality discrepancies and data related to program execution
- Investigate problems and develop disposition and corrective actions for recurring discrepancies with a focus on the use of the 8D RCCA strategy
- Interface with stakeholders to ensure programmatic and business requirements are met
- Develops & drives corrective actions, dispositions, process optimization and modifications
- Organizational skills – can marshal resources to get things done, orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal, use resources effectively and efficiently, and arrange information in a useful manner
- Exhibits a high degree of technical credibility and communicates highly technical information in a simplistic and easily understandable way
- Provide guidance, insight, and recommendations to ensure alignment with quality policy, strategic objectives and organization goals that drive to Zero Defect plans and Strategy
- Collaborate with cross functional teams
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- 10 Years of project, program and portfolio Quality Leadership and management experience in automotive or aerospace, commercial and defense hardware and software technology risk management
- 7 years of experience with Best in Class Manufacturing Principles, techniques, and Zero Defect tools and processes
- Demonstrated mastery of the functional domain in Quality Science, strategy, standards and controls.
- Strong written, analytical and verbal communication skills
- Excellent Collaboration & Project Management skills with an eye toward mentorship and development of the Strategic Missiles Quality Team
- Capable of influencing a wide range of audience, and having demonstrated leadership skills to win support without direct reporting structure
- Capability to analyze & deconstruct strategic vision into a programmatic, Quality functional implementation plan of action to achieve success
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Technical BS/MS degree (in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering)
- AS9145 APQP/PPAP, prefer CQM/OE certification from ASQ.
- LSS Green Belt, prefer Black Belt certification from ASQ.
- Quality 4.0 implementation experience preferred
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
