Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer
Core
Lead and develop the supply chain quality team to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards for satellite and launch vehicle products.
Role type
Senior Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer
Builds
Satellite structures and launch vehicle components for the New Space sector
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / High-precision manufacturing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Supplier auditing, supplier qualification, root cause analysis, corrective actions (CAPA), supplier relationship management, cross-functional collaboration, quality standards compliance (ISO, AS9100, ECSS), performance monitoring
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense/high-precision manufacturing experience, Lead Auditor certification, Six Sigma/Lean methods, special process qualifications, material standards knowledge, international supplier management
Technologies
8D, FMEA, PPAP, SPC
Responsibilities
Lead and coach the supply chain quality team, define and implement supplier quality strategies, qualify and approve suppliers via audits and FAI, lead supplier quality investigations and drive CAPA, develop suppliers through continuous improvement, support sourcing decisions and risk assessments, ensure compliance with standards, monitor and report supplier performance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC