Division Supply Chain Quality Engineer

The Division Supply Chain Quality Engineer functions within a matrixed organization, reporting directly to the Division Supply Chain Quality Manager. This role will support the Aerospace Group supplier improvement strategy. This role is responsible for regularly reviewing supplier capabilities and working with existing suppliers to ensure their full contract compliance as well as actively monitoring and acting upon supplier quality and delivery performance shortfalls against contractual obligations, scorecards, and key performance indicators in accordance with the division's supply chain strategy. This role also works with Group resources and Divisional peers to focus on supporting our customers by providing a consistent supplier experience, resulting in quality parts delivered on time at a fair price The successful candidate will actively contribute to the following:• Supplier Improvement- In-depth problem solving and root cause corrective action for quality and, when requested, delivery issues. Seeks feedback from suppliers to drive continuous improvement of quality systems and processes.• Zero Defect Implementation, Growth and Sustainment – Facilitate on-site supplier Zero Defect initiation and penetration to promote supplier predictability.• Supplier Prequalification/qualification- Evaluating a supplier's quality management, organizational structure, quality capacity, capability, and other factors before initial work placement or work transfer.• New Product Development- Participating with cross-functional teams to develop new products or changes to existing products.• Ensuring Process Parameters are Understood- Working with suppliers andEngineering teams to define and communicate product/process parameters to help suppliers meet product requirements. Supports processes to manage risk through supplier engagement.• Customer/Product Qualification/Approvals- Completing or managing the completion of source inspections, supplier first article inspection reports, PPAP's, or facilitating customer work transfer approvals.• Supports supplier work transfer by supporting Supply Chain Work Transfer High Performance Teams as directed.• Quality Management System Oversight Audits- In cases where suppliers do not have an AS9100 registered QMS, audits must be performed to ensure suppliers comply withquality standards and regulatory requirements.• Supplier Quality Administration- Advancing Supplier Quality strategies, maintaining required supplier quality record,s and supporting oversight or regulatory audits, as necessary.Qualifications Include education, minimum experience, skills, etc. EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in a related Engineering or technical field Experience working in or with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing disciplines is a plus.EXPERIENCE: 2-4 years of related experience (Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, aerospace manufacturing preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. A thorough knowledge of AS9100, Nadcap, APQP/PPAP processes Experience with aerospace Zero Defect concepts KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Effectively solve problems, assess and implement continuous improvement techniques, use business application software and/or specialized data analysis tools, to measure achievement of objectives, complete projects, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Experience with state-of-the-art inspection engineering/assurance techniques, processes, procedures, instruments, theories, and principles, including PFMEA, SPC, and the use of control plans. Prefer any of the following certifications: AS9100 Lead Auditor, ASQ Quality Auditor, ASQ Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Green, Yellow, or Black Belt Certification Effective use of Microsoft software tools for communications and presentations. Up to 25% domestic and international travel may be required to both customers and suppliers to support the division's goals. Demonstrate the values of customer satisfaction, integrity, continuous improvement, and adherence to standards, aiming to ensure consistently high-quality products or services.