Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Forgings & Materials

GE Aerospace; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits including medical,

401(k) retirement plan with company-m\

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer with a solid Forgings background to lead quality for assigned aerospace suppliers, including implementing quality plans and qualifying suppliers. You will own First Article Inspection results, drive supplier compliance to Source substantiation Plans, and lead corrective actions to improve supplier performance.

You will execute supplier audits, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align quality initiatives with business

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality for assigned suppliers and develop supplier quality strategies.
• Own supplier audits and ensure compliance with quality plans.
• Lead corrective actions and drive improvements using supplier scorecards.
• Manage supplier qualification and first article inspection results.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align quality objectives with business goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

Supplier Quality Engineer for Aerospace Forgings, Closed Die, and Rings. This role is ideal for individuals with a solid foundation in Forgings processes who can translate that expertise into effective supplier quality improvement strategies. In this position, you will drive quality for assigned suppliers, including implementing quality plans, selecting and qualifying suppliers, owning First Article Inspection results, driving supplier compliance to Source substantiation Plans, and owning supplier results by driving improvements utilizing supplier scorecards. You will own the execution of supplier audits, ensure compliance, and lead corrective plans where needed. A deep understanding of key business drivers is essential; use this understanding to accomplish own work and support cross-functional cross-business collaboration.

Job Description

Roles and ResponsibilitiesIncludes both Supplier Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality Development. Includes supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and assisting key suppliers towards industrial standards of excellence. SQEs have various levels of differentiation which are related to level of technical understanding of engineering drawings and ability to manage vendors.Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy. Basic knowledge of related job disciplines.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.Jobs at this level function with some autonomy but are subject to functional practices and precedents or are covered by well-defined policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).Uses some judgment and has the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Sourcing & Supplier Quality Engineering) + Minimum of 3 years of Sourcing & Supplier Quality Engineering experience
• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires advanced experience in the Sourcing & Supplier Quality Engineering. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

The salary range for this position is $ 100,000.00 - 133,000.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on Dec 25, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided

Yes#LI-Remote - This is a remote position