Supplier Quality Engineer II

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer II is responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet the quality standards required for our products. This position offers an excellent opportunity to further develop skills in quality engineering and supplier management within a dynamic and innovative environment. The role involves working closely with suppliers to resolve quality issues, conducting audits, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for individuals with a few years of experience in quality engineering who are looking to make a significant impact on product quality and supplier performance. In this role, you will develop and implement supplier quality assurance processes and procedures, conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO9100 standards, and collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions. You will support the inspection and testing of incoming materials and components to ensure they meet specified requirements, maintain accurate records of supplier performance and quality metrics, and prepare quality reports and documentation. Additionally, you will participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier quality and performance, provide support for data entry and analysis related to supplier quality, and enforce processes and procedures to ensure supplier compliance. Furthermore, you will participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities to address and resolve quality-related issues effectively.

Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Typically, 2+ years of related experience.
Proficient in Integrated Product Development Process (IPDP)/Product Lifecycle and lean process.
Demonstrated experience enforcing processes and procedures.
Experience participating in audits and RCCA.
Knowledge of inspection equipment, conducting basic audits, and analyzing data.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of electrical systems and components with proven ability to interpret electrical schematics, identify potential quality issues in circuit design, and implement appropriate testing protocols to ensure product reliability and safety.
Certifications: CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), IPC620, IPC610, J-STD-001S.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and identify trends.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
Familiarity with quality management software and tools, such as Minitab, SAP QM, or similar systems.
Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality control methodologies.
Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques, such as 8D, 5 Whys, or Fishbone diagrams.
Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and its application in quality inspections.
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry, with an understanding of industry-specific quality requirements and standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with non-conformance reporting and corrective action processes.
Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of advanced inspection techniques and equipment, such as CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and optical comparators.
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time required for supplier site audits, quality assessments, corrective action follow-ups, and manufacturing process validations.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement supplier quality assurance processes and procedures
Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO9100 standards
Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
Support the inspection and testing of incoming materials and components to ensure they meet specified requirements
Maintain accurate records of supplier performance and quality metrics, and prepare quality reports and documentation
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier quality and performance
Provide support for data entry and analysis related to supplier quality
Enforce processes and procedures to ensure supplier compliance
Participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities to address and resolve quality-related issues effectively.