Supplier Quality Engineer

Tata Technologies; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies Inc. seeks a Senior Quality Engineer to drive aerospace quality improvements across production and development programs. You will lead RC/CA and CAPA initiatives, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA requirements, and customer specifications.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with manufacturing and supplier teams, and support audits while maintaining robust quality documentation and metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or related field) is required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing quality engineering experience, preferably in aerospace or regulated industries.
• Deep understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA Part 21/145, and industry standards.
• Experience with quality tools such as PFMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC, 8D, DMAIC, etc.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; RCCA methods (5 Why, Ishikawa) experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality data systems (e.g., SAP, Solumina).
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities for assigned product lines or programs, ensuring AS9100, FAA, DoD, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to address quality issues and drive improvements.
• Manage and resolve non-conformances using root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Represent Quality in cross-functional teams, design reviews, and audits.
• Analyze data to identify trends, process variations, and opportunities for improvement using Six Sigma or similar methods.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and resolve supplier quality issues.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and quality inspectors.
• Participate in internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness and compliance.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with P&W quality management systems.

Skills

PFMEA

PPAP

MSA

SPC

8D

DMAIC

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or related field)

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Job description

The Senior Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality aerospace components and systems, supporting both production and development programs. This individual will lead quality improvement initiatives, drive root cause and corrective action efforts, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards, customer requirements, and internal quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead quality assurance activities for assigned product lines or programs, ensuring compliance with AS9100, FAA, DoD, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to address quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage and resolve non-conformances using root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (RC/CA & CAPA).
• Represent Quality in cross-functional teams, design reviews, and customer or regulatory audits.
• Analyze data to identify trends, process variations, and opportunities for improvement using Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and work with suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and quality inspectors.
• Participate in internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness and compliance.
• Maintain documentation and records in accordance with P&W quality management systems.

Key Must Have’s:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality engineering role, preferably in aerospace or a highly regulated industry.
• Deep understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA Part 21/145, and industry standards.
• Experience with quality tools such as PFMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC, 8D, DMAIC, etc.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; experience with RCCA methods (5 Why, Ishikawa, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality data systems (e.g., SAP, Solumina, or equivalent).
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar credential.
• Knowledge of special processes (e.g., coatings, heat treat, NDT) and aerospace materials.
• Experience working with OEMs or government customers (e.g., DoD, FAA).
• Familiarity with Model-Based Definition (MBD) and digital manufacturing tools.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Tata Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Assertive Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other conditions of employment or career development.

Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.

Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest; each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will, however, retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.