Supplier Development Engineer

Medium; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization in aerospace and defense is seeking a motivated Supplier Development Engineer to enhance supplier performance and quality. This role focuses on resolving technical issues and supporting process improvements, ideal for early-to-mid career engineers. The candidate will work closely with suppliers and internal teams, ensuring compliance with quality standards and aiding in audits. The position offers salary between $75,000 and $110,000, with plenty of opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, supplier quality, or engineering.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier relationships to meet quality and delivery expectations.
• Resolve supplier technical and manufacturing issues.
• Analyze supplier processes for continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

PFMEA

Process flow diagrams

Root cause analysis

Job description

A growing organization in the aerospace and defense industry is seeking a motivated Supplier Development Engineer to support supplier performance, quality, and process improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for an early-to-mid career engineer who is eager to develop expertise in supplier management, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.

The position involves working closely with suppliers and internal cross‑functional teams to resolve technical issues, improve processes, and ensure products meet quality and regulatory standards. This is a hands‑on role with strong opportunities for professional growth and technical development.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met
• Assist in resolving supplier technical and manufacturing issues
• Identify and help qualify new suppliers for hard‑to‑source components
• Analyze supplier processes and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in PFMEA, risk assessments, and corrective action efforts
• Assist with supplier audits and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Review incoming materials to verify quality and specifications
• Maintain documentation for supplier performance, audits, and process changes
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues and improve outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 1–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, supplier quality, or engineering (aerospace, defense, or automotive industries preferred)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with tools such as PFMEA, process flow diagrams, and root cause analysis is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally and with external suppliers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow in a technical environment

$75,000 - $110,000 a year