Jobs
>
Smyrna

    Process Improvement/Value/Quality Engineer - Smyrna, United States - Georgia Tech Research Institute

    Default job background
    Description
    Process Improvement/Value/Quality Engineer (Experienced) - SEAL - Open Rank (Hybrid)

    ID:

    499608


    Type:
    Researchers


    Location:
    Smyrna, GA


    Categories:
    Aeronautics, Mechanical Design & Analysis, Military Vehicles, Project/Program Management, Other


    Overview:


    The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry.

    GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.

    Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

    Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition.

    The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:


    • Students are our top priority.
    • We strive for excellence.
    • We thrive on diversity.
    • We celebrate collaboration.
    • We champion innovation.
    • We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
    • We nurture the wellbeing of our community.
    • We act ethically.
    • We are responsible stewards.


    Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

    Location

    Smyrna, GA (Metro Atlanta)

    Project/Unit Description

    Georgia Tech Research Institute is seeking research engineers or technologists with expertise in supply chain management and logistics.

    Candidates will support the Applied Proactive Logistics Engineering Support (APLES) Branch in the Command, Control, and Communications Division (C3D) within the Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL).

    The position requires the purchasing of a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services to directly support sponsored research initiatives.

    The ideal research candidate is a creative problem-solver who provides thought leadership for supply chain management and logistics challenges by effectively communicating needs to enable the on-time execution of tasks.

    Candidates must hold working knowledge in all aspects of the procurement cycle (cradle-to-grave) including developing, analyzing, and executing logistical plans, support, and documentation.

    In addition, candidates must be familiar with supply chain policies, procedures, and underlying federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials, and or services.

    Job Purpose


    The Process Improvement/Value/Quality Engineer works as part of a team developing approaches to improve enterprise-level sustainment of DoD and commercial aircraft.

    Analyzes aircraft sustainment processes, tools and datasets, creates updated processes and toolsets and employs continuous process improvement practices.

    Analyzes organizational culture and IT infrastructure related to the sustainment and maintenance of aircraft, and defines capabilities, processes and technical gaps as they relate to readiness and sustainment.

    Key Responsibilities


    Lead the program management for a strategic research area and manage all technical aspects of project activities/tasking to include directing multiple organizational resources for large scale product or system deployments.

    Supervise management of sub-contractor resources across multiple projects.


    Develops senior sponsor engagements and supervises strategic technical collaborations to ensure complex products meet requirements, design, and military, and security standards.

    Define product/research strategy, supervises the development of product roadmap, and drives product execution.

    Supports maintaining existing programs and obtaining new research programs.

    Develop strategic business cases from advanced analysis of sustainment activities identifying gaps, strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.

    Supervise and teach/train highly complex advanced process/value stream mapping/analysis and qualitative/quantitative data collection/analysis.

    Teaching advanced Continuous Process Improvement techniques to include Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints.

    Drive strategic advances/improvements in sustainment/logistics functions in DoD and commercial aviation industries.

    Additional Responsibilities


    Monitor Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Covered Defense Information (CDI) Protection, Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), software/hardware assurance, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), anti-counterfeit protections, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), trusted foundry, and information security.


    Provide expertise in supply chain risk management and assess a client(s) supply chain program, policies, and procedures against best practices, and make improvement recommendations.

    Provide expertise in vendor/supplier assessment and evaluation.


    Support responses to Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Quotes (RFQ)s, and Requests for Proposals (RFP)s and perform relevant analyses to include pricing and costing, Statement of Work (SoW) compliance, delivery terms, payment, other terms and conditions of the procurement.


    Prepare reports, briefings, point papers, reviews, and oral presentations as may be directed to translate the results from the analysis to executive decision-makers.


    Keep clients and staff informed of the most up-to-date information regarding supply chain risk management best practices and any relevant current Federal Government policies, guidance, memorandums, and strategies that might affect the client(s) SCRM program.

    Deep working knowledge of Federal and Acquisition Regulations and standard commercial procurement practices (i
    e ISO/


    IEC:
    21287, NIST SP , ISO/


    IEC:
    15408, DoDI , DoDI , DoDI , DoDI , DoDI , DoDI , NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP , NIST SP


    Lead and develop a scalable assessment team that will perform supply chain risk assessments, including research, analysis, identification of risk, and continuous monitoring of supply chain vulnerabilities.

    Required Minimum Qualifications

    Experience supporting Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) analysis, integration, and flow downs for defense programs.

    Experience with and understanding of a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) System.

    Experience with implementing supply chain risk management activities in the DoD or other Federal Organizations.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Active Secret Clearance.

    Thirteen (13) years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, and or data analytics role.

    Self-starter and ability to work in a team environment.

    Good verbal and written communication skills.

    Well-versed with Government cybersecurity policies and regulations.

    Strong analytical and organizational skills.

    Travel Requirements

    Education and Length of Experience

    This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section

    of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook


    14 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other related field.


    12 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other related field.

    9 years of related experience with a Ph.
    D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other related field.

    U.S. Citizenship Requirements

    Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

    Clearance Type Required

    Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

    Benefits at GTRI

    Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link:

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all.

    To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services.

    Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.


    Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions.


    This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

    Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.


    All members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

    These values shape and fundamentally support our University's work.

    Additionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia Institute of Technology's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

    More information on these policies can be found here:
    Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia ).

    Posted:

    04/23/2024

    Closes:

    07/23/2024

    #J-18808-Ljbffr


  • Georgia Tech Research Institute Smyrna, United States

    Process Improvement/Value/Quality Engineer (Experienced) - SEAL - Open Rank (Hybrid) · Submit Resume · ID: · Type: Researchers · Location: Smyrna, GA · Categories: Aeronautics, Mechanical Design & Analysis, Military Vehicles, Project/Program Management, Other · Overview: · ...


  • Georgia Institute of Technology Smyrna, United States

    The Process Improvement/Value/Quality Engineer works as part of a team developing approaches to improve enterprise-level sustainment of DoD and commercial aircraft. Analyzes aircraft sustainment processes, tools and datasets, creates updated processes and toolsets and employs con ...


  • Path Engineering Mableton, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionRoleAs a Process Improvement Engineer (also known as Operations Analyst, Process Engineer), you'll utilize CAD software, Microsoft Excel, and analysis programs to conduct high-level operations analysis and implement process improvements. You'll co ...


  • MSC - North America Mableton, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionProcess Improvement Engineer Job DescriptionOverviewWe are seeking a talented Process Improvement Engineer to join our team at our facility in Mableton, GA. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, experience in a manufact ...


  • MSC - North America Mableton, United States

    Process Improvement Engineer Job Description Overview · We are seeking a talented Process Improvement Engineer to join our team at our facility in Mableton, GA. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, experience in a manufacturing environment, and posse ...


  • Skyline Solutions Deer Lick, United States

    Job Information · Creating Fascination: Your Tasks at Deer Lick · Analysis of customer requirements · Creation of quality concepts and measures to ensure quality standards · Development and training of internal procedures and processes · Preparation and management of quality disc ...


  • Path Engineering Mableton, United States

    Role · As a Process Improvement Engineer (also known as Operations Analyst, Process Engineer), you'll utilize CAD software, Microsoft Excel, and analysis programs to conduct high-level operations analysis and implement process improvements. You'll collaborate with cross-functiona ...


  • Eclipse Innovations Colony, United States

    About the Company · As a system partner of the office furniture industry, we specialize in the development and production of functional fittings made of metal and plastic. As one of the leading companies in Europe, we strive to quickly and flexibly fulfill individual customer req ...


  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Atlanta, United States

    Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). · Work Shift · Day · Work Day(s) · Monday-Friday · Shift Start Time · 8:30 AM · Shift End Time ...


  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Atlanta, United States

    Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). · Work Shift · Day · Work Day(s) · Monday-Friday · Shift Start Time · Variable · Shift End Time ...


  • Cynet Systems Peachtree Corners, United States

    Job DescriptionResponsibilities: Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement Quality Engineering, the Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for creating and supporting a quality culture by driving activities across the organization to manage continuous proce ...


  • Cynet Systems Peachtree Corners, United States

    Job Description · Responsibilities:Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement Quality Engineering, the Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for creating and supporting a quality culture by driving activities across the organization to manage continuous pr ...


  • Advanced Recruiting Partners Marietta, United States

    POSITION SUMMARY: · In this exciting role as an Validation Senior Quality Engineer, you will design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce tissue-based products, biologic drug products and medical device products meeting internal and external purity, safety and q ...


  • Lockheed Martin Corporation Marietta, United States

    Job Description · Quality Engineer Senior · We are Lockheed Martin · At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of tec ...


  • Advanced Recruiting Partners Marietta, United States

    POSITION SUMMARY: · In this exciting role as an Validation Senior Quality Engineer, you will design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce tissue-based products, biologic drug products and medical device products meeting internal and external purity, safety and ...


  • MiMedx Marietta, United States

    POSITION SUMMARY: · In this exciting role as an Validation Senior Quality Engineer, you will design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce tissue-based products, biologic drug products and medical device products meeting internal and external purity, safety and ...


  • MiMedx Marietta, United States

    POSITION SUMMARY:In this exciting role as an Validation Senior Quality Engineer, you will design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce tissue-based products, biologic drug products and medical device products meeting internal and external purity, safety and qual ...


  • Job Juncture Marietta, United States

    POSITION DESCRIPTION: · Major and established international company has this opportunity at their large manufacturing complex commutable to the east of the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area. Very good major company benefits and 1 to 2% bonus potential as well. · This Sr. Quality Eng ...


  • Lockheed Martin Corporation Marietta, United States

    · Description:We are Lockheed Martin · At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology. Never have the opportu ...


  • MiMedx Marietta, United States Full time

    POSITION SUMMARY: · In this exciting role as an Validation Senior Quality Engineer, you will design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce tissue-based products, biologic drug products and medical device products meeting internal and external purity, safety and ...