Salary 💰 $91,200 - $136,800 per year
About the role Responsible for the quality of the products provided by the supplier Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management; develops and implements supplier quality evaluation and control systems Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and assesses supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures Conducts product and process verification activities and monitors supplier quality performance Drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues Manages supplier requests for waivers, deviations and discrepancy reporting process Keeps management apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases Actively engages in supplier evaluation, qualification and selection as part of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) Performs on-site major supplier surveillance; role requires travel up to 50% Requirements Bachelor's degree in STEM related field (or Master's/PhD alternative as specified) Principal Engineer: Bachelor's degree + 5 or more years relevant experience OR Master's + 3 or more years OR PhD + 1 year Sr. Principal Engineer: Bachelor's degree + 8 or more years relevant experience OR Master's + 6 or more years OR PhD + 4 years Experience developing, planning, and/or implementing quality methods and strategies Experience interfacing with suppliers, customers, work associates/teams, and/or management Manufacturing/engineering experience Experience with AS9100/ISO9001 auditing requirements Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government DoD security clearance Preferred: Demonstrated written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills Preferred: Ability to apply problem solving/critical thinking skills to support and resolve issues at the supply base Preferred: Extensive experience working with aerospace/defense industry suppliers onsite Preferred: General experience with special processes Preferred: Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action Preferred: Six Sigma or Lean certifications Preferred: Active Secret Clearance Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Relocation assistance may be available 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus eligibility Annual bonuses and potential Long Term Incentives for VP/Director Company paid holidays Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business Copy Applicant Tracking System Keywords Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills supplier quality evaluation supplier quality control systems product and process verification root cause analysis corrective action quality methods and strategies AS9100 auditing ISO9001 auditing manufacturing processes special processes
Soft skills interpersonal skills communication skills problem solving critical thinking team collaboration management reporting risk management supplier evaluation qualification and selection customer interfacing
Certifications Six Sigma Lean Secret U.S. Government DoD security clearance