Supplier Quality Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive product quality with the supply chain across the lifecycle—from NPI through sustaining production—ensuring AS9100 compliance and robust quality systems.

You will lead supplier audits, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement, collaborate with engineering and manufacturing, and support First Article Inspections and Source Inspections to ensure shipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline with 2+ years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of inspection methods and computer operations.
• Ability to develop solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues and present them to internal contacts.
• Detail-oriented to prepare statistical reports and technical documents.
• Leadership to manage project costs and schedules.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop new suppliers to ensure product and flow-down compliance with GA-ASI and customer requirements.
• Identify and drive supplier and product improvements based on supplier performance and product compliance metrics.
• Conduct supplier audits and on-site inspections to evaluate processes and adherence to quality systems.
• Perform root cause analysis using 8D, FMEA, and fishbone diagrams.
• Identify and implement design or manufacturing changes to enhance quality and cost efficiency.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement projects.
• Support and approve First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Perform on-site or virtual product verification activities (Source Inspection) prior to shipment.
• Provide technical support to receiving inspection with resolution of nonconformances.
• Serve as a quality liaison across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• We welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Inspection methods

Leadership

DoD clearance (required)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive product quality with the supply chain across the entire lifecycle — from new product introduction (NPI) through sustaining production — while ensuring AS9100 compliance, robust quality systems, and continuous improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new suppliers to ensure product and flow-down compliance with GA-ASI and customer requirements.
• Identify and drive supplier and product improvements based on supplier performance and product compliance metrics.
• Conduct comprehensive supplier audits and on-site inspections to evaluate manufacturing processes and adherence to quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, and fishbone diagrams to identify and address quality problems effectively.
• Identify and implement design or manufacturing changes to enhance quality, producibility, and cost efficiency.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement projects to improve yield and reduce nonconformance.
• Support and approve First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Perform on-site or virtual product verification activities (Source Inspection) to ensure product compliance prior to shipment.
• Provide technical support to receiving inspection personnel with the resolution of confirmed and suspected quality nonconformances.
• Serve as a technical quality liaison across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to resolve complex issues and ensure compliance.
• We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and two or more years of related experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to apply a basic understanding of inspection methods and have a basic knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Must have the analytical ability required to develop solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal contacts.
• Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents in support of company objectives.
• Must have good leadership skills to ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 69,500 - 116,375