Aerospace Supplier Quality Engineer – Audit & Compliance Lead

Eaton Corporation; Titchfield; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation's aerospace operations in the UK are seeking an experienced supplier quality auditor to assess and control the supplier base in line with regulatory and contractual requirements. You will audit supplier quality management systems, approve suppliers, and drive corrective actions and supplier development.

The role requires aerospace regulatory knowledge (EASA Part 21, AS/EN9100), proven auditing capability, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing with knowledge of EASA Part 21 and AS/EN9100.
• Auditing suppliers in electro-mechanical and mechanical engineering.
• Proven ability to supervise corrective actions and improvements with suppliers.
• Supplier evaluation and development experience, preferably in a lead role.
• Proficient with Excel and Word; ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the supplier base using Supplier Quality Assessment techniques and audits.
• Approve suppliers by desktop reviews or on-site audits of the supplier's Quality Management System.
• Conduct supplier audits against business and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure Regulatory, Customer and Business requirements are flowed to suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Develop and deliver training programs (internal & external).
• Participate in resolving issues with suppliers relating to manufacture, quality and communication.
• Authorize concessions in line with Company and Customer requirements.
• Ensure non-conformances are flowed down to suppliers and resolved within timeframe.
• Maintain supplier/sub-contractor specifications, standards and records in ERP.
• Provide external and internal auditing authority to accept or reject suppliers.

Skills

Aerospace auditing

Supplier audits

Supplier development

Regulatory knowledge

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Auditor qualifications

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Word

Job description

Eaton Corporation's aerospace operations in the UK are seeking an experienced supplier quality auditor to assess and control the supplier base in line with regulatory and contractual requirements. You will audit supplier quality management systems, approve suppliers, and drive corrective actions and supplier development.

The role requires aerospace regulatory knowledge (EASA Part 21, AS/EN9100), proven auditing capability, and strong communication skills.