Engineer III, Supplier Quality

Marotta Controls; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Marotta Controls is seeking an Engineer III, Supplier Quality in Parsippany, NJ. This role ensures supplier parts meet quality standards and regulatory requirements through audits and quality tools, while partnering with supply chain to drive performance improvements.

The position requires a bachelor’s in engineering, several years in quality or manufacturing, and comfort with audits, CAPA, and SCAR processes. Overtime and travel may be needed in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing/testing environment, Aerospace preferred.
• Knowledge of IPC J STD‑001E/NASA STD‑8739 and IPC 610 standards and requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret military, commercial aircraft and space level specs/drawings.

Responsibilities

• Identify improvement projects and manage cross‑functional implementation to improve supply chain performance.
• Promote the use of quality tools and continuous improvement techniques at suppliers to reduce variability.
• Develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers (partnership‑oriented).
• Train suppliers to effectively execute SCAR, Quality Alerts, CAPA implementation, change control and root cause analysis.
• Perform periodic audits and evaluate Supplier Quality Systems/processes and flow down of customer requirements to assure conformance to requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Statistical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

CMM

Vision system

Mechanical instruments

Vision system

Job description

Position

Engineer III, Supplier Quality

Location

Parsippany, NJ

Job Id

2050-7704-27-B

Number of Openings

1

Overview

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top‑tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference.

Position Profile

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) ensures that product and materials from vendors meet quality standards, manufacturing specifications, and regulatory requirements by developing positive, partner‑oriented relationships with members of Marotta’s Supply Chain to continuously improve and monitor suppliers’ performance through auditing and the application of quality tools and performance metrics. The SQE is a self‑motivated individual who possesses the ability to analyze, organize, plan and prioritize assignments/tasks to achieve desired results. This position requires effective interaction with a broad spectrum of people to successfully support operations, customer requirements and the corporate strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify improvement projects and manage cross‑functional implementation to improve supply chain performance.
• Promote the use of quality tools and continuous improvement techniques at suppliers to reduce variability, achieve process control and improve the overall quality of processes, systems and Marotta’s products/materials.
• Develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers (partnership‑oriented).
• Train suppliers to effectively execute SCAR, Quality Alerts, CAPA implementation, change control and root cause analysis.
• Perform periodic audits and evaluate Supplier Quality Systems/processes and flow down of customer requirements to assure conformance to requirements.
• Collect and evaluate supplier quality data and performance metrics to manage the Supply Chain score card system.
• Recommend suppliers for qualification and/or disqualification based on quality performance.
• Evaluate supplier processes, collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value‑enhanced opportunities.
• Ensure effective communication with Engineering, Operations, Quality Engineering and Procurement to identify opportunities for quality and productivity improvements.
• Work directly with suppliers, create corrective action plans and effectively resolve identified issues.
• Organize and assume a lead role in presenting the status of active Supplier Quality issues.
• Provide training in an effective manner.
• Foster a positive, cooperative, and safe work environment through effective communication at all levels of the Marotta organization.
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing/testing environment (Aerospace preferred). Knowledge in the areas of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) inclusive of IPC J STD‑001E/NASA STD‑8739 and IPC 610 standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of machining and measurement processes and equipment.
• Minimum of 3 years in quality/design/manufacturing engineering experience – supplier quality field experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special processes (e.g., plating, painting, welding, etc.), AS9100 & ISO system standards/requirements, P.O. review/approval, ESD, FOD controls, performance metrics and system/process audits.
• Ability to interpret military, commercial aircraft and space level specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Knowledge of lean concepts, variability analysis, SPC/process controls, root cause analysis, PFMEA, Six Sigma tools, system/process auditing.
• Knowledge of or experience with measuring/inspection instruments (CMM, vision system, mechanical instruments, etc.).
• Eligibility to obtain a security clearance.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Computer literate (MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint), flow chart and statistical/analytical software packages.
• Strong interpersonal, written, time management, analytical, statistical, problem‑solving, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, interpret documents (e.g., procedures, schematics, technical drawings).

Work Environment

• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment.
• Standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• This is a full‑time position. Days and hours of work are 8 hours, Monday through Friday. Overtime and weekend work are required, as job duties demand.
• Some travel may be expected for this position (up to 50%).

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job‑required vision screening.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, and move about the facility.
• May be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range

$110,000 – $123,000 per year.

Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan with company match; tuition assistance; paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays; and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks.

EEO Statement

Veterans are encouraged to apply.