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Airswift; Belgique (MO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical) for our Herstal, Belgium site. The role focuses on managing supplier quality from qualification to first article and production deliveries in the Defence, Aerospace, and Space sectors.

The candidate will conduct supplier audits, support development and improvement initiatives, and collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure a smooth transition into production, while addressing non-conformities and CAPA activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality Management.
• Experience in Supplier/Manufacturing Quality roles.
• Experience with external suppliers in manufacturing/engineering environments.
• Proven ability to manage supplier quality issues and improvement programmes.
• Familiarity with product development and industrialisation processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality activities from qualification through to first article and production acceptance.
• Conduct supplier audits and internal audits; verify compliance with quality standards.
• Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure smooth ramp-up into production.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA activities and maintain supplier records.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Analytical abilities

Independent work

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Quality)

Tools

ISO 9001

EN9100 / AS9100

IPC-A-610

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical)

Location: Herstal, Belgium
Sector: Defence, Aerospace & Space

Role Overview

Our client is a leading international technology and engineering organisation operating within the Defence, Aerospace, and Space sectors. Due to continued growth and increased production activity, they are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical) to support supplier performance and quality assurance activities at their Herstal site. This is a hands-on position focused on managing supplier quality from supplier selection through to first production deliveries, ensuring compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Management

Manage supplier quality activities from qualification through to first article and production acceptance. Ensure supplier compliance with quality requirements, industry standards, and customer expectations. Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where necessary. Support supplier selection, evaluation, and onboarding processes.

Auditing & Compliance

Conduct supplier audits and assessments. Perform internal audits in accordance with recognised quality standards. Verify compliance with quality management systems and manufacturing requirements. Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Industrialisation & Production Support

Support product development and industrialisation phases. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth transition into production. Monitor supplier readiness during ramp-up activities. Support issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.

Quality Assurance Activities

Investigate non-conformities and drive corrective and preventive actions. Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities. Review quality documentation, inspection reports, and supplier records. Ensure robust quality control processes are implemented and maintained.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams. Act as the primary quality interface between the organisation and external suppliers. Support supplier performance reviews and quality improvement plans.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, or a related discipline. Experience within Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Industrial Quality functions. Strong understanding of product development and industrialisation processes. Experience working directly with external suppliers in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Demonstrated ability to manage supplier quality issues and improvement programmes.

Technical Skills

Knowledge of quality standards including: ISO 9001 EN9100 / AS9100 IPC-A-610 IPC/WHMA-A-620. Experience conducting: Internal audits, Supplier audits, Quality assessments. Familiarity with: Root Cause Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Supplier Performance Management, Quality Assurance methodologies.

Essential Competencies

Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. Ability to work independently within a fast-paced industrial environment. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. Attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence.

Languages

Fluent English. Fluent French.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to support major programmes within the Defence, Aerospace, and Space sectors. Exposure to advanced manufacturing and engineering environments. Key role within supplier quality and industrial performance improvement initiatives. Collaborative and international working environment. Long-term opportunity supporting ongoing growth and industrial expansion. This position is based on-site in Herstal, Belgium, and is particularly suited to candidates with experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Mechanical Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, or other highly regulated industrial sectors.