Supplier Quality Engineer

Destinus; Hengelo; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Destinus is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to lead supplier quality strategies on the production floor for aerospace components. You will develop and maintain QA procedures, audit suppliers, and ensure compliance with defense standards.

Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to qualify new suppliers, monitor performance, and drive corrective actions. You will support customer and regulatory audits and champion Lean improvements across the supply chain.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering, manufacturing, or supplier quality in aerospace, automotive, or high-tech production.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and quality tools (FMEA, SPC, PPAP, root cause analysis).
• Experience with supplier audits and corrective actions.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) and quality management tools.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA procedures and supplier quality strategies.
• Lead supplier audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100 and defense standards.
• Monitor supplier performance, track non-conformances, and drive corrective actions.
• Investigate root causes of production or supplier issues and define improvements.
• Establish supplier and internal quality KPIs and report trends to management.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to qualify new suppliers.
• Conduct FAI, FMEA, PPAP, and PQP reviews to ensure parts meet standards.
• Maintain documentation of inspections, control plans, and QMS records.
• Support customer and regulatory audits for readiness across supply chains.
• Champion continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Quality engineering

Fluent English

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Engineering

Herramientas

FMEA

SPC

PPAP

Root cause analysis

ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics)

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Six Sigma Green Belt

Descripción del empleo

Imagine this... you're the guardian of excellence, from the first bolt delivered by a supplier to the final UAV ready for flight. You're on the production floor where innovation takes shape—hands-on, sharp-eyed, and unstoppable. Every component you approve, every supplier you audit, every process you refine brings our next-generation defense technology closer to perfection. At Destinus, your precision keeps our performance sky-high.

Imagine this... you're the guardian of excellence, from the first bolt delivered by a supplier to the final UAV ready for flight. You're on the production floor where innovation takes shape—hands-on, sharp-eyed, and unstoppable. Every component you approve, every supplier you audit, every process you refine brings our next-generation defense technology closer to perfection. At Destinus, your precision keeps our performance sky-high.

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures and supplier quality strategies aligned with aerospace and defense requirements
• Lead supplier audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and defense standards
• Monitor supplier performance, track non-conformances, and drive corrective and preventive actions
• Investigate and analyze root causes of production or supplier issues and define process improvements
• Establish and report supplier and internal quality KPIs, highlighting trends and risks to management
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to qualify new suppliers and support supplier development
• Conduct FAI, FMEA, PPAP, and PQP reviews to ensure all parts and processes meet our standards
• Maintain clear documentation of inspections, control plans, and quality management system records
• Support customer and regulatory audits, ensuring readiness and compliance across all supply chains
• Champion continuous improvement and Lean initiatives that raise the bar for performance and reliability

About the Role

Imagine this... you're the guardian of excellence, from the first bolt delivered by a supplier to the final UAV ready for flight. You're on the production floor where innovation takes shape—hands-on, sharp-eyed, and unstoppable. Every component you approve, every supplier you audit, every process you refine brings our next-generation defense technology closer to perfection. At Destinus, your precision keeps our performance sky-high.

Imagine this... you're the guardian of excellence, from the first bolt delivered by a supplier to the final UAV ready for flight. You're on the production floor where innovation takes shape—hands-on, sharp-eyed, and unstoppable. Every component you approve, every supplier you audit, every process you refine brings our next-generation defense technology closer to perfection. At Destinus, your precision keeps our performance sky-high.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or supplier quality roles within aerospace, automotive, or high‑tech production
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, AS9100, and quality control tools such as FMEA, SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis
• Experience conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective actions
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) and quality management tools
• Certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Six Sigma Green Belt are a strong plus
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Who You Are

You thrive where precision meets pressure. You're equally comfortable inspecting a part on the floor as you are auditing a supplier halfway across the world. You spot issues before they snowball and take pride in solving problems that others might overlook. You're curious, proactive, and relentless about continuous improvement. Quality isn't just your job—it's your DNA.