Supplier Quality Engineer II
Supplier Quality Engineer II
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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services complete spacecraft design and manufacturing payloads satellite components and more all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally supporting scientific exploration Earth observation and missions to combat climate change national security and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit all while we work to develop Neutron our upcoming medium-lift reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites payloads and their components including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
ENGINEERING
Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space. Youll work alongside driven talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels all committed to the same mission. Our engineering team members span design analysis prototyping testing manufacturing assembly and integration quality control engineering documentation and more.
SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER
Join Rocket Lab as a Supplier Quality Engineer II and play a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality standards for our procured parts services and this position you will act as a vital link between our internal teams and suppliers translating technical requirements into clear achievable specifications. Your outstanding communication and negotiation skills will inspire suppliers to enhance their quality processes drive cost reductions and improve efficiency. Youll adeptly manage the balance between customer and supplier priorities ensuring smooth operations.
Key responsibilities include creating non-conformance reports conducting supplier audits managing supplier concessions and identifying opportunities for improvement to minimize risk cost and lead time for Rocket Lab. If you are passionate about quality and innovation we want you on our team!
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:
- Driving the continuous improvement of product quality
- Performing on site and remote supplier audits
- Creation of internal and external quality control plans; specifically quality standards processes and procedures
- Running Non-Conformance reports ad performing quality investigations
- Identifying processes failures at suppliers and manage root causes of non-conformances
- Implementation of corrective actions
- Deploying PFMEA tools techniques & training to support targeted improvement actions
- Creation of internal Engineering Change Requests to support improved manufacturability of parts.
- Support suppliers with scaling up their production processes to achieve the future quality cost and delivery targets.
- Follow-up & verify corrective action implementations and audit findings
- Provide strong focus on quality improvement at source and driving cost reduction opportunities.
- Working with suppliers to introduce new products into production (NPI APQP PPAP processes)
YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5 Years experience working in a high quality process driven environment
- Degree qualified in a relevant technical field such as engineering science business management etc
- Practical experience leading and investigating quality related issues
- Experience with Root cause Investigations Practical Problem solving 8Ds 5 Whys Fishbone diagrams Ishikawa and/or similar problem-solving tools
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric dimensions
- Problem solving attitude
- Proactive enthusiastic self-motivated
- The ability to learn quickly and work productively without direct supervision
- Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Highly organised with faultless attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Previous experience in a supplier quality role
- Experience leading and managing projects
- Experience working within a regulated industry Aerospace Medical Automotive etc
- Exposure to regulatory standards such as AS9100 ISO13485 IATF 16949 or similar
- Experience with a wide range of specialised technical manufacturing processes
- Lean/six sigma experience
- NPI/APQP/PPAP experience
- Understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) Gauge R&R
- Developing KPIs for performance reporting
WHAT TO EXPECT
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click hereITAR Regulations.
Employment Type
Full Time
