Epirus designs and manufactures software-defined high-power microwave directed-energy systems and SmartPower power-management solutions, deploying Leonidas C-UAS and portable pods for counter-drone and counter-electronics missions with defense partnerships and field training.
<p> </p> <h2><strong data-stringify-type="bold">About Epirus</strong></h2> <p><span data-contrast="none">Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Job Summary:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span> <span data-contrast="none">This is an exciting </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Supplier Quality Engineer</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> role with an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. The ideal candidate has experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or supplier development and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining supplier quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and product requirements. You will work closely with talented engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement throughout the supply base to ensure the highest level of product quality and reliability. </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <h2><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Responsibilities:</span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></h2> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Develop and implement supplier quality management programs, including audits, assessments, material readiness reviews, and qualification activities/criteria.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure suppliers comply with applicable regulatory, contractual, and company quality requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate and qualify suppliers through audits, assessments, and risk analysis.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for supplier quality issues.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support supplier performance reviews, including tracking metrics/KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to resolve technical and quality-related challenges including the disposition of non-conforming material.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support first article inspections (FAI), process validation, and qualification of new suppliers and components.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers to improve quality and manufacturing processes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and implement inspection plans to ensure effective verification of product characteristics by receiving inspection.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Actively engage in the product development process representing supplier quality to drive supplier readiness and ensure DFM considerations are addressed early.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <h2><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Basic Qualifications:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></h2> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">2+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or supplier development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawings.</span><span