Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - EEE Parts Specialist, Strategic Programs

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility

for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

for this Position

Position Overview

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - EEE Parts Specialist serves as the primary technical interface between Strategic Programs, external customers, and the supply chain for Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) parts. This specialized role combines supplier quality engineering expertise with deep knowledge of aerospace EEE parts requirements, guiding customers and internal programs through development phases from concept through qualification and production.

This position is critical to ensuring that EEE parts meet rigorous space flight and defense

while supporting customer success in navigating complex procurement, screening, qualification, and traceability requirements. The role requires exceptional technical communication skills to translate complex aerospace standards into actionable guidance for customers and suppliers alike.

• ✓An strong electrical engineering background is highly preferred.

Customer Technical Guidance & Program Support (35%)

• ◆Serve as the primary EEE parts technical advisor to Strategic Program customers, guiding them through development phases including Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and Qualification Reviews
• ◆Interpret and communicate complex military and NASA specifications (MIL-PRF, MIL-STD,) in accessible terms for customer engineering teams
• ◆Support proposal activities by providing EEE parts technical input, risk assessments, and cost/schedule impacts for various quality grade levels
• ◆Participate in program reviews and provide status on EEE parts qualification, screening, and supplier readiness
• ◆Develop and maintain customer-facing guidance documents, training materials, and technical bulletins

• ✓Manage supplier corrective actions related to EEE parts quality escapes
• ✓Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery, incoming yield, and quality metrics
• ✓Evaluate and approve procurement sources, ensuring parts are obtained from Original Component Manufacturers (OCMs) or authorized/franchised distributors only
• ✓Implement counterfeit parts avoidance measures and support suspect part investigations
• ✓Coordinate with suppliers on screening, lot qualification, and traceability documentation

for program teams, quality engineers, and procurement personnel

• ✓Contribute to updates of organizational procedures and best practices for EEE parts management
• ✓Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Salary Note

USD $105,814.00 - USD $117,387.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) 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 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!