Supplier Quality Engineer
Core
Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for composite materials and components, ensuring process robustness, material integrity, and regulatory compliance across the supply base.
Role type
Supplier Quality Engineer (Composite Materials)
Builds
Composite manufacturing processes and components for space broadband network
Domain
Aerospace / Space / Composite Materials
Required skills
Supplier qualification, process validation, system/process/special process audits, Critical Process Parameters (CPP) monitoring, First Article Inspection (FAI), PFMEA, root cause analysis, NDT results review, material certification review
Preferred skills
Aerospace/space-grade composite structures experience, composite NDT acceptance criteria, ECSS/ESA/NASA standards, high-reliability/safety-critical products
Technologies
PFMEA, AS9102, AS9100, NADCAP, UT, C-scan, RT, thermography, prepreg layup, resin infusion/RTM, autoclave curing
Responsibilities
Execute supplier quality performance monitoring throughout lifecycle, support new supplier qualification, conduct system/process audits, monitor supplier performance via scorecards/KPIs, ensure control of composite manufacturing via CPP/KC monitoring, perform FAI and process validation, identify/report supplier risks, review/approve material certifications and quality records, provide technical support for NDT activities, assist in quality investigations, act as quality liaison for suppliers, advise internal stakeholders on supplier capabilities, maintain knowledge of composite technologies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
