Supplier Quality Engineer

Sky Limit Systems

San Fernando (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave

Professional development & certification opportunities

Employee wellness and volunteer support programs

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier performance and resolve quality issues. Responsibilities include conducting audits, reviewing inspections, and implementing corrective actions. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Engineering and over 5 years of experience in quality engineering within the aerospace sector. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

5+ years of supplier quality or quality engineering experience.
Strong knowledge of aerospace/defense quality standards.
Hands-on experience with supplier audits and quality tools.

Responsibilities

Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Review supplier First Article Inspections against AS9102.
Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Supplier quality tools

FMEA

AS9100 knowledge

Inspection methods

Continuous improvement practices

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

MS Office

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Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Full-Time | Aerospace & Defense | Quality Engineering

Summary:

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Los Angeles team. This role reports to the Supplier Quality Manager and will be directly responsible for ensuring supplier performance, resolving quality issues, and strengthening our supply base through proactive quality initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Conduct supplier audits and on-site assessments to ensure compliance with aerospace and defense quality standards.
Review supplier First Article Inspections (FAIs) and validate against AS9102 requirements.
Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using structured methods (8D, DMAIC, Fishbone).
Review and approve supplier PPAP submissions, control plans, and process validations.
Lead Material Review Board (MRB) investigations and collaborate on supplier-related nonconformances.
Track and report supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost of poor quality) with scorecards.
Partner with Procurement and Engineering to qualify new suppliers, evaluate process changes, and mitigate risks.
Train and mentor suppliers on quality tools, documentation, and continuous improvement practices.
Support inspection teams with GD&T interpretation, drawing reviews, and acceptance criteria.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying systemic supplier issues and implementing long-term solutions.

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related).
5+ years of supplier quality or quality engineering experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001/9000, FAA CFR 14 Part 21, and related quality standards.
Hands-on experience with supplier quality tools: FAIs, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, supplier audits.
Skilled in inspection methods (CMM, mechanical/electronic inspection) and interpreting technical drawings (GD&T).
Proficiency in quality systems and tools (e.g., DISCUS, Net-Inspect, SolidWorks, CATIA, MS Office).
Preferred: ASQ certification (CQE, CQA), Six Sigma Black Belt, or Lead Auditor certification.

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