Supplier Quality Engineer

Lead the supplier approval and qualification process, assessing manufacturing capabilities, special processes, and adherence to aerospace quality requirements. Evaluate and analyze supplier quality data to identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive corrective and preventive actions. Collaborate with suppliers to develop and execute corrective action plans, ensuring timely resolution of quality issues and root cause elimination. Provide guidance and training to suppliers on quality tools, AS9100 and AS9102 requirements, and continuous improvement methodologies. Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues, support design changes, and improve manufacturability. Create, issue, and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs); track completion and verify effectiveness. Collect, maintain, and report supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and responsiveness. Support supplier audits, source inspections, and first article review activities as needed. Contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects and improving supplier capability and consistency. Participate in special projects and quality system improvements as assigned.