Supplier Quality Engineer A220

Airbus•Mobile, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Procurement department based in Mobile, AL. You will be part of a team serving as a critical bridge between our production lines and global supply base, specifically focusing on multi-site collaboration between Canada and the USA. The Procurement team's mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, playing a major role in generating value and contributing to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems, drawing on their expertise in Industrial, Operations & Quality Management, and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial).
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality or manufacturing engineering.
Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings (DWG) and a deep understanding of aerospace standards and regulations such as AS9100, TCCA, FAA, and EASA.
Advanced experience in problem-solving methodologies and the ability to document information with high synthesis.
You are autonomous, and possess the leadership skills required to influence both internal and external stakeholders.
You are prepared for worldwide business travel (up to 10%) and are flexible to coordinate with suppliers across different time zones.
Able to carry and lift documents, tools, drawings and electronic equipment up to 30lbs.
Able to push/pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on a computer.
Able to walk inside and outside buildings.
Able to use stairs and go inside the ACs
Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary quality liaison and "Airbus representative" facilitating seamless communication between sites in the USA and Canada.
Conduct in-depth technical assessments of NCRs and design specifications to identify failure origins; act as the primary point of contact in direct negotiations with suppliers to adjudicate liability and define corrective action ownership following technical investigations.
Lead investigations with suppliers to define and implement robust corrective actions based on your findings.
Serve as the direct point of contact between the production floor and suppliers to resolve real-time quality roadblocks and participate in the go and see on the production line.
Lead the MRB (Material Review Board) validation process for supplier VRNCs, ensuring technical compliance and robust dispositioning to maintain quality standards.
Manage and validate First Article Inspections (FAI) with suppliers to ensure all components meet stringent aerospace standards before entering the production line.
Investigate and identify future quality risks, synthesizing complex data for presentation to various management levels.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
Holidays
Generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
Prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
Other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
Unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
Opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
National and international mobility
Relocation assistance