About this role
Job Description
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.
The BAE Systems site at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant is seeking a Quality Engineering Manager. In this role as a Quality Engineering Manager, you will help advance the mission of driving a continuous improvement culture at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. You'll use your expertise and background to foster and nurture a positive environment supporting continuous improvement efforts with a growth mindset. Using lean tools such as value stream mapping, 5 Why, A-3, and Six Sigma, you'll work with cross functional teams to drive improvement. You will lead a team of Quality Engineers that support the plant Product Value Streams.
In this role as a Quality Engineering Manager, you will:
- Develop project plans and roadmaps that align with business goals;
- Lead and facilitate improvement projects;
- Lead a team of four Quality Engineers;
- Establish roles and responsibilities and the framework for the Quality Engineering Team;
- Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement within processes;
- Monitor performance metrics to identify areas of concern and trends;
- Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive process improvement events.
Required Skills and Education
- Typically requires a Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline and eight years related experience;
- Experience within a manufacturing / production environment;
- Strong data analytics skills;
- Experience with Lean tools such as Value stream mapping, 5 Why, and A-3;
- Working experience using visual boards, metrics, root cause analysis, etc.;
- Ability and willingness to challenge convention and the status quo to foster continuous improvement efforts;
- Mechanical aptitude;
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, to successfully deliver and share information and training;
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team;
- Computer skills to include MS Office and industry-related software;
- Proven influencing and leadership experience;
- People management experience to supervise a team of direct reports.
Preferred Skills and Education
- DOD Manufacturing experience;
- Bachelors in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering;
- Six Sigma certification a plus.
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
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.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
Employee
Benefits
At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern
Benefits
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).