Supplier Quality Specialist (Virtual)

Boeing; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plans

Pension plan with employer contribution

Company-paid medical plan

Learning and development opportunities

23 days holiday plus public holidays

Leave entitlement

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a highly capable Supplier Quality Specialist to join their team in Birmingham, UK. The role involves managing supplier quality for military products and requires frequent travel among suppliers across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality inspection and good communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included along with a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and interpret 2D and 3D manufacturing drawings.
• Experience in inspection of composite, machined, and fabricated parts.
• Knowledge or experience with FAA Type Certificate process.
• Experience reviewing FAIRs to AS9102 and communicating non-conformities for corrective action.
• Familiarity with FAA Type Certificate process and conformity inspections is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers including oversight.
• Conduct Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) reviews.
• Implement Early Quality Involvement (EQI) and APQP.
• Support EQI and APQP implementation across programs.
• Create and present metrics and performance data to stakeholders.
• Conduct product verification and in-process quality activities.

Skills

Quality inspection understanding

Good verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Communications

Data input systems

Root Cause Analysis

Supplier development

Quality inspection experience

Electrical/LRU knowledge

Wires and fuel systems knowledge

Tools

AS9102

ERP/QA systems

Job description

Overview

Boeing Defence United Kingdom is seeking a highly capable and motivated Supplier Quality Specialist to join our team in Birmingham, UK. The role involves working with a wider Boeing UK team managing the quality aspects of the supply base for all military products in the UK. Travel to other Boeing suppliers around the UK will be required on a frequent basis. This position has been identified as a virtual opportunity and will not require the selected candidate to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Management of a portfolio of suppliers including supplier oversight and surveillance.
• Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) review and acceptance.
• Supplier development and mentoring.
• Earlier Quality Involvement (EQI) and Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) implementation.
• Continuous improvement.
• Creating and presenting metrics and performance data.
• Product verification and in-process quality activities.

Qualifications

• Background in quality/inspection; ability to understand and interpret 2D and 3D manufacturing drawings, production paperwork and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience in inspection of composite, machined and fabricated parts and assemblies; knowledge of installation of electrical/electronic line replaceable units (LRU); experience on wire looms and fuel systems is advantageous.
• Experience in review of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) to AS9102; ability to articulate non-conformities to document owners and progress to compliant resolution.
• Knowledge or experience with FAA Type Certificate process; training provided for conformity inspections and test set-up as part of FAA type approval process.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills to input data into various on- and off-line systems.

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the United Kingdom. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not sponsor immigration or labor sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact, your way.
• An inclusive culture where you are valued and can use your voice.
• Excellent adoption and parental leave options.
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
• Company-paid medical plan (BUPA).
• Short and Long Term sickness pay provisions.
• 6x annual salary life insurance.
• Learning Together Programme for ongoing personal and career development.
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs and related incentives.

Application & Other Details

Applications for this position will be accepted until September 14, 2025.

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship: Boeing will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on grounds including race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share accommodations required during the recruitment process.