Supplier Development Engineer (Electronics)
About The Position
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. The Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) will be the technical liaison between our company and our electronics suppliers, driving the continuous improvement of supplier performance, quality, and manufacturing processes. This role is critical in ensuring a robust and capable supply base that can meet our stringent quality standards and production volume targets for electronic components, such as Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA), cables/harnesses, and power electronics.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of [e.g., 3-5] years of experience in a manufacturing or quality engineering role, with a strong background in the electronics industry (e.g., PCB assembly, cable/harness manufacturing).
Nice To Haves
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
- Experience as a certified quality auditor.
- Experience with data analysis tools and quality management software.
- In-depth understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100 etc.).
- Proficiency in quality methodologies and tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and 8D problem-solving.
- Knowledge of industry standards for electronics manufacturing (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620) is highly desirable.
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
Responsibilities
- Supplier Qualification & Selection: Conduct on-site assessments and audits of potential and existing suppliers' quality management systems (QMS) and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with standards like ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100. Support the sourcing team in the selection of new technology partners.
- New Product Introduction (NPI) Support: Manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) with suppliers for new electronic parts and designs. Ensure supplier readiness for new product launches and production ramps.
- Quality and Process Improvement: Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics (KPIs) to identify systemic performance gaps and drive improvement plans. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action (8D) efforts for supplier-related quality issues, ensuring permanent resolutions.
- Technical Liaison: Function as the primary technical liaison between internal engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams and external suppliers to resolve complex technical and quality issues.
- Process Control: Work with suppliers to define and approve process controls for critical features of electronic components, providing feedback on manufacturing methods to improve yields, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.
- Auditing and Compliance: Plan and execute regular supplier process and quality system audits, driving the implementation of actions to meet quality and industrial standards of excellence.
- Documentation and Training: Ensure fulfillment of all documentation and record-keeping requirements and provide training to suppliers on company quality policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
- Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
- Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
- Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
- Additional site-specific benefits may be offered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
