Strategic Supplier Quality Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)

AST SpaceMobile; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to enhance supplier quality and compliance. The position demands strong collaboration with engineering and procurement teams to oversee quality standards and optimize supplier capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in supplier or production quality, preferably in aerospace, defense, or automotive sectors. The role requires travel up to 50% within the US.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in supplier development or quality roles.
• Familiarity with ITAR, DFARS, AS9100, ISO 9001 frameworks.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the US.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with US-based suppliers.
• Conduct supplier audits to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues.
• Communicate quality findings effectively to teams.
• Perform source inspections on mechanical assemblies.

Skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Knowledge of GD&T

Experience in inspections using hand tools

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Solumina

Netsuite

Autodesk Fusion

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to enhance supplier quality and compliance. The position demands strong collaboration with engineering and procurement teams to oversee quality standards and optimize supplier capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in supplier or production quality, preferably in aerospace, defense, or automotive sectors. The role requires travel up to 50% within the US.