Engineer, Supplier Quality 3

TRIUMPH; Clemmons (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Triumph is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to focus on supplier development within manufacturing and service processes. You will work with Suppliers, Procurement, Inspection, and Program Management to define deliverables and ensure goods and services meet customer delivery requirements.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement across supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience interpreting blueprints/specifications and metrology.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and supplier quality systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, and assures AS9100 Quality Management System effectiveness at the supplier.
• Analyze supplier quality metrics/KPIs and drive corrective actions.
• Assist suppliers in continuous improvement and action plans.
• Manage supplier corrective actions and root cause analysis training.
• Interface with customers and suppliers on new product launch and quality improvement activities.
• Support maintenance of the Triumph Supply Source Portal and supplier communication flows.
• Support SIDA process and Transfer of Work projects.
• Generate reports communicating relevant quality information to suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier process changes and perform onsite supplier audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Six Sigma

SPC knowledge

GD&T knowledge

Process planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

CQE or CQA certification

Tools

APQP knowledge

AS9102 knowledge

FAA/ITAR knowledge

Job description

Summary

Focus on supplier development in a manufacturing or service process. Works with suppliers to continuously improve performance, implement process controls and develop quality assurance plans. SQEs must be critical thinkers and active listeners with good time management skills to effectively work with Suppliers, Procurement, Inspection, and Program Management teams to define deliverables, goods and services ready for customer delivery.

Short Description

Focus on supplier development in a manufacturing or service process. Works with suppliers to continuously improve performance, implement process controls and develop quality assurance plans. SQEs must be critical thinkers and active listeners with good time management skills to effectively work with Suppliers, Procurement, Inspection, and Program Management teams to define deliverables, goods and services ready for customer delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develops, establishes, implements, maintains and assures the effectiveness of Quality Management Systems (AS9100) at the Supplier


• Maintain and analyze Supplier Quality Metrics/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to include quality performance, correctives actions, notification of escapes, and supplier concessions


• Assist suppliers in the development and implementation of continuous improvement objectives and action plans


• Manage and maintain supplier corrective actions, ensuring suppliers are implementing effective root cause analysis and assist in their training, as applicable


• Interface with customers and suppliers on new product launch and quality improvement activities.


• Assist with maintenance and updates to the Triumph Supply Source Portal


• Assists with flow down requirements and communications to suppliers


• Assists and/or maintains the Supplier Inspection Delegation Approval (SIDA) process


• Quality representative in Transfer of Work (ToW) projects


• Generate technical reports that accurately communicate relevant quality information to the suppliers


• Manages the dispositioning of non-conformance items, discrepant material reports and using Supplier Material Discrepancy Approval Requests (SMDARs) as applicable


• Evaluate supplier process changes


• Perform onsite audits/assessments of new and existing suppliers


• Assist with the evaluation and analysis of quality to verify compliance, monitor performance, and mitigate risks for assigned suppliers


• Interact and communicate with internal departments concerning actions and measures for continual supplier quality improvement.


• Provide monthly reports of supplier interactions and status, including action plans and goals


• Gathers information and presents supplier data as applicable


• Apply statistical knowledge for quality improvement plans, both internally and externally


• Contributes to team effort by maintaining a positive outlook


• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements.


• Other duties as assigned to ensure customer needs are met.

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills


• Strong field experience for internal and external interaction


• Ability to work in cross-functional, global team


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Six Sigma training is preferred


• Working knowledge of SPC


• Experience in interpretation of blueprints/specifications, metrology, and manufacturing process planning/evaluation

Experience In First Article Inspection Requirements (AS9102)

• Familiarization and/or working knowledge of APQP - AS9145


• Familiarization and/or working knowledge of Delegated Product Release Verification -AS9117


• Familiarization with FAA requirements


• Familiarization with ITAR/EAR/FARS/DFARS

Preferred Education, Certification, And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering related field from an accredited university or college preferred but not required.


• Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or a Quality Auditor (CQA) desired


• Prior experience in interpretation of blueprints/specifications, metrology, and manufacturing process planning/evaluation


• Working knowledge of GD&T and use of all types of standard inspection measuring equipment, a plus


• 4+ years in a manufacturing environment

Supervisory responsibility

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical demands

• Will require frequent travel to Suppliers


• May require lifting, pulling, and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds


• Frequent bending, climbing stairs, pulling, pushing, and reaching overhead.


• Standing up to eight (8) hours per day, sitting up to eight (8) hours per day, or a combination of sitting and standing.

Travel

Up to 40% travel may be required

Work Authorization

Must meet all regulatory requirements.

AAP/EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Other Duties

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.