Supplier Quality Engineer

Curtiss-Wright; Aston Township (PA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for our Aston, PA site. You will plan and execute QA activities, overseeing product and process quality and driving long-term improvements to support on-time delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years in QA or 5–7 years as CQE, with strong GD&T, FAI, and NDT knowledge. Travel up to 25% may be needed to supplier sites.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or technical equivalent with 3–5 years in QA or Process Improvement, or CQE with 5–7 years' experience.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards including ISO 9001, AS9100, MIL/US Navy and FAR/DFAR material requirements.
• Ability to interpret drawings with GD&T and perform First Article Inspections (FAI).

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier assessments, qualification, approval and certification for supplier selection.
• Drive supplier performance improvements (Quality and On-Time Delivery).
• Manage supplier non-conformances and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Customer/Supplier Communication

Auditing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Technical Equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Our Aston facility is growing, and we are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team!

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will plan and execute the Quality Assurance activities involving technical oversight and the evaluation of products and processes. You will establish and sustain on-going, long-term improvements in process performance by evaluation operations and products for compliance. This role will work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management and other business areas to drive continuous improvement in Product Quality and On-Time Delivery. You will implement procedures and processes to comply with contractual specifications as well as audit supplier and internal business systems.

Location: Aston, PA (on-site)

Salary: $92,000 to $108,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Collaborate with Purchasing to schedule and lead supplier assessments including qualification, approval and certification processes for supplier selection, improvement and/or disqualification.
• Drive improvement in Supplier Performance (Quality and OTD).
• Provide recommendations for design and/or inspection improvements.
• Manage Supplier Non-conformances and Corrective Actions.
• Assess/Witness performance of non-destructive examinations as required (magnaflux, fluorescent dye penetrant, material hardness, etc.).
• Witness and inspect functional tests both in-house and at suppliers' facilities.
• Collect, manage and report on metrics associated with Supplier Performance.
• Perform internal audits and maintain processes and procedures.
• Lead RCCA efforts and drive continuous improvement culture.
• Performs functions necessary to support (and backup) all Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. (Material Review Board, Corrective Action Board, Configuration Control Board).
• Willing and able to travel up to 25% to supplier sites.

What You Bring

• "Bachelor of Science Engineering Degree (or Technical Equivalent)" with 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance, Process Improvement functions with demonstrated results or Certified Quality Engineer with minimum 5-7 years' experience in Quality Assurance with demonstrated results in Corrective Action, Inspection, Customer/Supplier Communication and Auditing.
• Possess a strong working knowledge and aptitude of quality and material requirements including (but not limited to) First Article Inspections (FAI), Material Certifications, Shelf Life, AWS Welding/Brazing, Specialty Metals, Non-destructive testing (MPT, LPT, RT, VT, and UT), and Special Processes (plating, coating, passivation, heat treatment).
• Ability to interpret and inspect drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Well versed in ISO 9001, AS 9100, Military/US Navy Quality standards, and all applicable FAR/DFAR material requirements.
• Proficient in PC-based programs such as MS Work, Excel and Project.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Who We Are

Our ValuesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com)

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital sta