Supplier Quality Engineer

TT Electronics plc•Perry, OH

62d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of externally sourced materials, components, assemblies, and special processes used in the manufacture of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) for aerospace, defense, medical device, and industrial applications. The SQE works closely with suppliers, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and customers to drive supplier performance, mitigate risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and support continuous improvement throughout the supply chain. This position serves as the primary quality interface between the organization and its suppliers, ensuring adherence to customer, regulatory, industry, and company requirements.

Requirements

Excellent communication both written and verbal.
Ability to read and analyze datasheets, industry standards, correspondence and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports, Quality plans, Inspection guides, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and Team Members.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages, statistical data, trends as appropriate to the essential responsibilities.
Ability to collect data, solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to maintain a professional and positive image in any situation using good judgment.
Ability to use office software, including Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, slide presentations, internet browsers, e-mail, and business systems software.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related quality discipline.
Experience working within regulated manufacturing environments supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or high-reliability industries.
Experience with PCBA manufacturing preferred.
Experience conducting supplier audits and supplier performance management.
Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout manufacturing and office environments.
Extended periods of computer use for data analysis, reporting, documentation, and communication.
Regular use of hands and fingers to handle and inspect printed circuit boards, components, and measuring instruments.
Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of materials, documents, or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Ability to visually inspect PCBs, assemblies, and documentation, including close vision, color differentiation, and attention to fine detail.
Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, equipment vibration, chemicals, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) environments, with required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and have good judgment.
Candidate is expected to exhibit high ethical standards and promote the same within the company.
Team members are expected to perform all job duties in accordance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and established procedures.
This includes wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), participating in safety training, immediately reporting unsafe conditions or incidents, and stopping work when unsafe conditions exist.
All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment and for actively contributing to the prevention of workplace injuries and accidents.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines as a U.S. Citizen, U.S Permanent Resident (i.e "Green card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years plus of experience preferred.
AS9100 or similar QMS Internal Auditor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage supplier quality performance through scorecards, KPIs, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct supplier qualification, onboarding, and approval activities.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, quality systems, manufacturing processes, and risk profiles.
Develop and maintain Approved Supplier Lists (ASL).
Lead periodic supplier performance reviews and business reviews.
Monitor supplier quality metrics including: Defective Parts Per Million (DPPM), On-time corrective actions, On-time delivery, Supplier audit scores.
Plan and perform supplier audits including: Quality Management System audits (i.e. AS9100, ISO 9001), Process audits, Product audits, Special process audits.
Document audit findings and verify effective closure of corrective actions.
Lead Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARS).
Escalate recurring supplier issues through management review processes.
Support incoming inspection requirements for electronic and mechanical components.
Analyze supplier-related nonconformances and trends.
Collaborate with Receiving Inspection, Manufacturing Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve supplier quality issues through the Quality Concern (QC) process.
Determine and support containment actions for nonconforming materials.
Assess and mitigate supplier quality risks.
Participate in supplier risk assessment and contingency planning.
Support supplier development efforts for strategic suppliers.