Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – Aerospace

Barrios Technology; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality assurance and performance management in a dynamic aerospace environment.

You will oversee AS9100-aligned processes, supplier qualification, audits, and SCARs, collaborating across procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure compliant, high-performing suppliers and risk mitigation. A strong background in RCCA and data-driven quality improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline is required.
• 5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Procurement Quality Engineering, Supplier Management, or related quality role in aerospace/regulated environments.
• Thorough knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System requirements.
• Experience conducting supplier audits, assessments, source inspections, and purchased product verification.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality processes in accordance with AS9100, contractual obligations, and customer requirements.
• Manage supplier qualification, approval, and ongoing performance monitoring, including Approved Supplier List (ASL).
• Define and approve quality flow-down requirements for purchased products/services.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and surveillance for compliance with quality, technical, and contractual requirements.
• Perform source inspections and verification for purchased products/materials/services.
• Review supplier documentation, certifications, inspection records, and data for compliance.
• Establish and monitor supplier quality KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to strengthen quality systems and drive corrective actions.
• Investigate supplier-related quality issues and coordinate containment and RCCA actions.
• Manage SCARs and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Analyze nonconformance trends and supplier performance to drive improvements.
• Develop supplier quality reports and status updates for leadership.

Skills

AS9100 knowledge

Supplier quality

Root Cause Analysis

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality discipline

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

PPAP processes

MS Excel

Job description

Barrios Technology is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality assurance and performance management in a dynamic aerospace environment.

You will oversee AS9100-aligned processes, supplier qualification, audits, and SCARs, collaborating across procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure compliant, high-performing suppliers and risk mitigation. A strong background in RCCA and data-driven quality improvement is essential.