Aerospace Supplier Quality Engineer — Global Travel

AGSE Group

Santa Fe Springs (CA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AGSE Group is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure purchased components, materials, and assemblies meet quality and regulatory requirements. You will drive supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and issue resolution, supporting NPD/NPI and continuous improvement in line with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer standards.

The role involves collaborating with Engineering and Procurement, leading audits, and guiding suppliers on PPAPs, PFMEAs, control plans, and special

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 3 years in Quality Engineering, preferably in aerospace, manufacturing, or defense.
In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards.
Proficient in FAIRs (AS9102), PPAP, APQP, and SPC.
Experienced with GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation.
Working knowledge of inspection tools and technologies (CMMs, PCMMs, Romer/Faro Arms).
Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
Familiar with ERP/MRP systems.
Willing to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on supplier selection, qualification, and development.
Ensure technical and quality requirements are effectively communicated to suppliers via ERP systems.
Build strong supplier relationships to align on expectations, standards, and improvement goals.
Conduct on-site and remote supplier audits per ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer-specific criteria.
Monitor and report supplier performance using scorecards and key quality metrics.
Manage supplier nonconformance (NCMRs), deviation requests, and concession approvals.
Lead RCCA activities for supplier issues using 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa tools.
Review and approve First Article Inspections (FAIs) per AS9102 or customer requirements.
Assess and validate special processes (e.g., welding, plating, heat treating) for compliance and NADCAP certification.
Provide quality guidance to suppliers, including reviews of PPAPs, PFMEAs, and Control Plans.
Support New Product Development (NPD) and Introduction (NPI) to ensure supplier readiness from prototype through production.
Participate in internal and external audits, including ISO, customer, and regulatory bodies.
Promote continuous improvement and lean practices within AGSE and its supplier base.