Supplier Quality Engineer - Airfoil Castings

GE Aerospace•Evendale, OH

4d•$100,000 - $133,000•Remote

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer drives quality for assigned suppliers, including implementing quality plans and selecting suppliers through qualification processes. The role owns supplier results and drives improvement using supplier scorecards, supplier audits, and improvement plans. It requires knowledge of best practices and how the role integrates with other areas, as well as awareness of competition and market differentiators. The engineer leads supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and efforts to help key suppliers meet industrial standards of excellence. They track metrics, address problem areas through quality improvement plans, review and approve quality plans, investigate quality escapes, perform root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective actions. The role also mentors suppliers in quality tools and requirements, reviews documentation, witnesses supplier practices, and ensures sound manufacturing and inspection principles are in place. Travel of up to 30–40% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Shop Operations, Materials, or Sourcing.
At least 3 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Shop Operations, Materials, or Sourcing.
Ability to meet the U.S. Person status requirement for access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of investment casting product or process engineering.
Experience with part drawings and Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems, including policies, procedures, and support tools or systems.
Solid understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Lean Six Sigma training.
Demonstrated ability to lead and support multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
Transparent communication, including sharing critical information, speaking with candor, and contributing constructively.
Ability to learn quickly, strategically prioritize work, and remain committed.
Leadership ability, including strong communication, decision-making, and collaboration.
Analytical problem-solving, willingness to challenge existing processes, and critical thinking.
Alloy powder manufacturing knowledge and experience.
Isothermal forging process knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Lead supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and efforts to help key suppliers meet industrial standards of excellence.
Track metrics and implement quality improvement plans to address problem areas.
Review and approve quality plans.
Investigate quality escapes, provide root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective actions are taken.
Mentor suppliers in the application of quality tools and requirements.
Ensure compliance and drive improvement plans where needed.
Review documentation and witness supplier practices to determine whether they are sound.
Ensure manufacturing and inspection principles are in place.
Own supplier results and drive improvements using supplier scorecards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a Health Coach.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid time off for vacation or illness.
Professional development.