Supplier Quality Engineer

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe. As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed. We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems. Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can. Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle. Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all – we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Non-Conformance Process Support and Management Liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing and Procurement for material issues Supplier Audits and Action Verification Supplier Continuous Improvement Assist in First Article/First Piece Inspection and Physical Configuration Audits at either UM or the Supplier Coach Suppliers on PFMEA and Control Plan activity. Coordinate all efforts for Non-conforming material, getting inputs from design, manufacturing and supply chain management. Review data obtained through the incoming receiving department, and address issues or make adjustments within the inspection system accordingly for their commodity area. Support the ISO 9001:2015 approved Supplier Quality system and support audits as required. Provide support for any customer visits and/or DCMA visits related to parts. Investigate and address customer complaints regarding part quality. Evaluate new suppliers and ensure that due diligence is given to identifying and managing the associated risks Assist the Supplier Quality Director with the approval process when suppliers are added, their scope of approvals are updated, or there are changes in the location of manufacture, process, critical equipment, ownership, etc. With Supply Chain Management actively approved and disapprove suppliers as required. All staff is required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety by adhering to established safety policies and procedures, to not wilfully place at risk the health or safety of any individual and to wear personal protective equipment as specified in work instructions. Performs all other duties as required, requested or needed. Other: Must have excellent understanding in root cause analysis and the ability to lead teams in the use of the data. Must be willing to travel up to 50%. Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), ERP systems, Minitab and other Quality assurance tools. Must be proficient using GD&T and basic metrology equipment (caliper, micrometer, etc.). Experience with electronic components, PCBAs, and/or batteries is preferred. Benefits available: Optional 9 day fortnight TOIL (Time Off In Lieu) Flexible working hours 1pm finish on a Friday Annual bonus Hybrid working for certain job roles. Casual dress 25 days holiday Christmas shut down. Option to buy or sell holiday. Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice. Reward hub - discounts at over 200 online stores 4 x annual salary life cover Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee. You can select your employee contribution level from 4% to 70% (providing this sacrifice does not cause your salary to drop below the National Minimum Wage/ National Living Wage). Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that’s why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates. Company: Ultra Maritime #J-18808-Ljbffr