Engineer Supplier Quality

Responsible for managing all Supplier Quality related activities and Supplier Quality risk management by developing and implementing supplier quality evaluation and control systems. Analyze supplier quality data/metrics and report KPIs to the supplier and internal customers Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance. Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and must be knowledgeable in and capable of assessing both supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures. Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues. Manages supplier requests for waivers, deviations, and discrepancy reporting process. Keeps management and programs apprised of supplier performance, quality status, and risks. Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases. Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation (Critical, Key and Standard), development and execution of supplier quality risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs. Responsible for Supplier Quality risk management. Develops and implements supplier quality evaluation and control systems. Coordinates and oversees Supplier Quality plan implementation through all program phases. Ability to apply problem solving/critical thinking skills to support and resolve issues with supplied items that impact the production line. Ability to apply problem solving/critical thinking skills to support and resolve issues with supplied items that impact the production line. Experience working with mechanical design requirements and specifications. Ability to effectively lead supplier problem solving activities utilizing tools such as FMEA, SIPOC, fishbone diagram, etc. to evaluate the manufacturing processes. Ability to develop, plan, and implement quality methods and strategies for procured items to assure the design, procurement, acceptance, and use of procured items. Ability to interface effectively with suppliers, customers, work associates/teams, and management. BS degree in STEM related field and minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering, quality, and/or manufacturing experience; MS Degree in STEM related field and minimum of 0 years of relevant experience. Must be able to travel up to 75-95% of the time with very short notice to the suppliers. US citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Government Security Clearance. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering Experience with process improvement projects Experience with conducting product/ process validation in accordance with AS9102/FAI/Equivalent (First Article Inspection). Experience with AS9100/Equivalent (standardized quality management system for the aerospace industry). Experience applying six sigma practices or similar Certified in Six Sigma Green Belt Experience in implementing APQP and PPAP processes. Experience with special processes such as heat treat, brazing, welding, plating, etc. Experience leading process improvement projects. Experience developing inspection criteria and plans for procured items.