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Saab seeks a Quality Manager in Bristol, RI, to oversee Quality Management and Continuous Improvement for its Autonomous & Undersea Systems business. This leadership role involves managing teams, quality systems, lean initiatives, and compliance across multiple sites, with a focus on enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.

Ansvarsområden

  • Manage employee engagement, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production to enhance efficiency and product quality.
  • Develop relationships with Saab’s Global Naval Business Area team and improve global and local processes.
  • Manage technology transfer programs for products moving from Sweden to the US.
  • Lead program quality, inspection, and continuous improvement in a geographically dispersed environment.
  • Promote a safe work environment and recommend health & safety policy updates.
  • Ensure proper staffing and skill mix for global operations.
  • Act as a member of the AUS management team, developing and executing operational plans.
  • Inform management of significant issues or developments.
  • Support other departments to ensure operational efficiencies.
  • Develop the quality team through educational and experiential opportunities.
  • Provide costing data for proposal efforts.
  • Resolve external quality issues, including customer contact and root cause analysis.
  • Manage the Quality Management System, including audits and Management Reviews.
  • Establish quality improvement strategies and plans with the management team.
  • Ensure internal audits of existing processes are conducted and updated.
  • Develop methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of products.
  • Perform formal root cause analysis on product/process related issues.
  • Utilize risk assessment tools (e.g., PFMEAs) to identify actions to reduce risks.
  • Lead key improvement projects, providing solutions to complex problems.
  • Improve processes using Kaizen, process mapping, 6s, or other lean tools.
  • Identify trends and process variations for future improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance across all areas of responsibility.

Krav

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality or related discipline required.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Aerospace or Defense.
  • 5+ years in a Quality management role in Aerospace or Defense.
  • Experience with customer (USG) interaction and problem resolution.
  • Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, and project management skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in deploying and certifying an ISO9001 Quality System in an Aerospace or Defense company.
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
  • Ability to form partnerships with foreign national partners in order to maximize results.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve strategic goals.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Ability to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Önskade kvalifikationer

  • Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Lean training and experience / certification a plus.
  • A proven track record of implementing improvements.
  • AS9100 and CMMI experience is a plus.
  • Experience with the development and production of autonomous underwater vehicles desired.

Förmåner

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources.
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities.
  • Competitive wages.
  • Work-life balance.
  • Business casual atmosphere.
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Erfarenhetsnivå

Senior

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Bristol, United States of America

Quincy, United States of America

Cranston, United States of America

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