General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

General Dynamics Mission Systems in St Leonards-on-Sea currently provide a wide range of Avionic Mission Computing Systems for a wide range Military Fast Jets, Helicopters and UAV’s. Recent success has resulted in General Dynamics developing the next generation of Advanced High Performance, Safety Critical Mission Computer Systems to meet the needs of latest platforms in development by several aircraft manufacturers. These Mission Computing Systems provide the functionality that integrates aircraft systems, sensor systems and weapon systems with the information and control systems required by the aircrew to meet the demanding operational needs of these aircraft.

As a Supply Chain Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for proactively ensuring supplier performance and quality of products conform to established company, international and government regulatory standards, agency guidelines, and customer-defined requirements.

You will also direct specialised supplier quality functions such as contract evaluation and planning, data preparation, analyses, reporting, and development of quality tools. These include FMEA control plans, techniques, methods, process improvement, the configuration of deliverable product documentation and traceability, supplier-related MRB, SCAR and preventative action, internal customer liaison and support.

In this Supplier Quality Engineer role, you can expect to:

• Measuring, tracking and improving supplier quality
• Root cause and corrective action investigation on non-conforming material
• Initiating lower-cost, lean methods in the GDMS-C supply chain
• Evaluating and rating potential new supplier quality, leading visits and audits
• Conducting supplier assessments/audits (Eg FMEA/PFMEA control plans)

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To apply for this Supplier Quality Engineer role, you will need a Bachelor's or the equivalent in Engineering or an applicable technical discipline and significant related experience. You will also require the following:

• Previous experience working and contributing to teams, which required the use of interpersonal and team effectiveness skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated analytical, research, and organisation skills
• Good understanding of business acumen and the importance of customer service when working with internal client groups and suppliers
• Experience in managing and executing audit schedules in line with ISO9001
• Experience of quality management tools and their application (APQP / FMEA / PFMEA, PPAP / SPC / MSA)

For this role you could be based within our offices or Hybrid with 2/3 days on site.

In return for your dedication, collaboration and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary of up to £52,000 p/a and a benefits package, joining a welcoming and inclusive culture.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose, offering impressive benefits: 

• A compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours - which means every other Friday off. 
• A personalized career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company. 
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded with flexible benefits 

We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we welcome you to join our inclusive team!

We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Please email [email protected] if you would like your application to be considered under the DC Scheme. For more information on the Disability confident scheme in General Dynamics click here.

All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks.