Supplier Quality Engineer | AS9100

Our client is an aerospace manufacturer that is looking to add a new supplier quality engineer to their growing department. This role is crucial in upholding their commitment to excellence as this person will be a representative of the company to all of their core suppliers.

Client Details

Founded in the 1940s, our client is a manufacturer for the aerospace industry. They offer unique and specialized engineered products that are used for aerospace, marine, ordnance, nuclear, precision and commercial applications. Due to exciting growth, they are seeking an experience supplier quality engineer to drive improvement and be a key representative of the company to their core suppliers.

Description

• Conduct routine supplier audits to verify compliance with quality standards
• Perform on‑site supplier audits (approximately 30-60% travel required)
• Complete risk assessments and related documentation
• Develop and implement supplier quality and delivery control processes, including supporting audits
• Track, analyze, and report supplier performance metrics
• Partner with suppliers to address quality concerns and drive corrective actions
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation
• Manage supplier non‑conformance reports and coordinate timely issue resolution
• Lead supplier development initiatives to support continuous improvement
• Provide supplier training through on‑site sessions and remote learning
• Support supplier selection and qualification activities
• Maintain and manage the Approved Vendor List (on‑boarding and release)
• Support new product development by ensuring supplier quality requirements are met
• Manage and support internal corrective action processes to drive continuous improvement
• Oversee and maintain the calibration system, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Maintain BMS document control, including updates and distribution
• Administer and manage Repair Station documentation and the training database
• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities assigned by the Quality Manager

Profile

The succesful supplier quality engineer will have the following:

• Bachelor's degree is preferred - other relevant industry experience is considered
• Experience with AS9100 or other relevant quality standards
• Proficency in quality management analysis tools
• Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficiency in supplier audit methods
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and practices
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques
• Strong ability to multi-task

Job Offer

• Salary up to roughly $115k depending on interview strength and prior experience
• Quarterly bonus program based on plant profitability
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) program
• PTO and company paid holidays

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