Senior Supplier Quality Manager - External Quality

Textron Inc.; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to provide engineering leadership in a matrix environment. You will coach subordinates and collaborate with internal departments to drive supplier quality improvements through robust processes and interventions.

The role focuses on developing supplier control systems, ensuring 100% product conformance, and guiding surveillance, process control and corrective actions. Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, AS9000, FAA FARs and Six Sigma is required.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline with 5+ years in manufacturing or quality engineering.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Standard and AS9000.
• Familiarity with FAA FAR regulations, PMA and TC processes.
• NDt/NDI experience preferred.
• Union environment management preferred.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Supplier Quality Assurance function to ensure conformance.
• Develop supplier control systems and procedures for 100% conformance.
• Oversee incoming quality and supplier quality control activities.
• Implement supplier surveillance, process control and corrective actions.
• Investigate customer complaints and drive corrective actions.
• Act as liaison for in-house supplier issues and support QMS standards.
• Drive best practices and process reengineering across teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings for continuous improvements.

Skills

Quality engineering

SPC

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

FAA FAR familiarity

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (technical)

Mechanical or Materials Eng preferred

Job description

Textron Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to provide engineering leadership in a matrix environment. You will coach subordinates and collaborate with internal departments to drive supplier quality improvements through robust processes and interventions.

The role focuses on developing supplier control systems, ensuring 100% product conformance, and guiding surveillance, process control and corrective actions. Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, AS9000, FAA FARs and Six Sigma is required.