Supplier Quality Engineer - GM Defense at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (Engineering preferred: Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical) or equivalent Technical Degree
Five years of experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes, procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities
Ability to investigate quality problems and apply sound technical judgment to develop solutions
Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function
Knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T)
Knowledge of statistical quality control and design of experiments
Ability to travel up to 50% (domestic and international)
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or non-U.S. Person eligible to obtain required export control authorization
No need for immigration sponsorship

Responsibilities

Ensure supplier compliance with APQP and PPAP approval requirements
Review and approve quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for new components and assemblies
Review and audit supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier quality issues
Perform on-site supplier visits to root cause and verify corrective actions for supplier quality issues
Perform PPAP and Run-at-rate verifications, audits, and periodic compliance monitoring
Improve supplier quality performance through onsite workshops, technical assistance in developing robust quality systems, or other technical support
Provide technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over, and ongoing production activities
Act as technical liaison between product engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and supply base
Oversee APQP for new programs and provide supplier development leadership throughout the commodity lifecycle for GM Defense programs

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

APQPPPAPPFMEAControl PlansRoot Cause AnalysisGD&TStatistical Quality ControlPrint ReadingSupplier AuditsManufacturing Processes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the required qualifications for the Supplier Quality Engineer role?

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical) preferred or equivalent technical degree is required, along with five years of experience in quality, engineering, and/or manufacturing. Key skills include knowledge of manufacturing processes, ability to investigate quality problems, proficiency in print reading, GD&T, statistical quality control, and ability to travel up to 50%. Candidates must be a U.S. Person or eligible for export control authorization.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel up to 50%, including domestic and international travel for supplier visits and audits.

What preferred qualifications will give me a competitive edge?

Preferred qualifications include Master’s degrees, technical or quality certifications, OEM or Tier 1 automotive experience, quality engineering, APQP including PPAP, product engineering, statistical problem solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC), and experience in manufacturing or software like Teamcenter VisMockup.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Does GM provide immigration sponsorship for this position?

No, GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role; do not apply if you will need sponsorship now or in the future.

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Flexible Work Hours

Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.

Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.

Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.

GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.

GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.

Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.

Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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