Aerospace Supplier Quality Engineer

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside of the supplier quality organization. The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for executing various supplier quality engineering related activities such as Compliance, Process, and Product Audits, MRB, FAI Witnessing, Review and Sign off, Problem Solving, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Supplier Performance Reporting and other Quality Improvement Activities.

Job Responsibilities:

Assess suppliers manufacturing and quality processes through performing supplier audits following various standards depending on the type of audit. Audits may include but not limited to the following: AS9100 Compliance Audits, special processes, APQP audits, process, and product audits.
Lead and/or support MRB activities to achieve optimal disposition of non-conforming material and ensure that adequate corrective actions are implemented.
Perform on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions of supplier quality issues
Promote and facilitate the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Lean, Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke, and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
Facilitate the escalation of unresolved supplier quality issues within assigned projects and suppliers.
Support suppliers in the evaluation of existing manufacturing or business processes, identification of opportunities for improvement, and development of solutions to optimize supplier performance using various problem-solving techniques.
Provide technical guidance and assistance to suppliers to solve process and product quality issues and improve internal and outgoing quality performance.
Develop and maintain detailed and accurate reporting of supplier performance and quality improvement progress. Report weekly and monthly on supplier progress to meet customer expectations.
Undertake special projects as required
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
Communicate efficiently and effectively with all stakeholders to ensure timely and effective responsiveness to abnormalities.
Required Skills

8+ years of hands-on experience as a Quality Engineer in an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
5-8 years of FAI experience with AS9102 (FAI) standards at a quality engineering level.
Strong understanding of various Engineering Processes, Standard Drawings Conventions, Interpreting Drawing, Specifications, and GD&T
5-8 years' experience hands-on experience with the ISO9100 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems Processes, especially in Production, Quality, and logistics
Knowledge of, (or hands-on experience preferred), with FAA, EAR, and ITAR standards and regulations
Experience leading customer audits
Strong verbal, written and communication skills
Project management, time management, problem solving and organization
Ability to work as an effective team member and lead other team members
Additional Desired Skills:

Prior practical experience and implementation of Quality Engineering tools and systems such as: DOE, FMEA, SPC, RCCA, APQP, PPAP, controls plans, material control, process control, systems performance, product evaluation, MSA, metrology, automated measurement, and software is preferred.
General Requirements

Ability to pass background and drug screen
Valid drivers license and auto insurance required.
Vision exam is required prior to hire. Requirements are as follows:
The General Vision Acuity Test shall be performed by an Oculist, Optometrist or other professionally recognized person. The following requirements shall apply.
Near Vision - Eyes meets Orthorater 8 (95% or Jaeger #2 at 12 inches)
Far vision - Eyes meets Orthorater 4 (76%) or Snellen Chart 20/50
Color Perception - 6 of 9 Orthorater plates
US Citizenship Required: TRIGO ADR AMERICAS can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U. S. C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).
Additional Qualifications (Preferred):

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a technical discipline, (i. e. , Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, etc. )
ASQ or equivalent professional certifications such as CQE, CQT, CQA, CMQ, CSQP . etc.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Productivity : Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision : Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others.
Environment:

Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the SMS team, and external customers.
Other Factors:

Typical hours worked are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a. m. - 5:00 p. m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

BENEFITS:
Full time

12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
10 days paid sick time
11 paid holidays
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
Champ Plan Wellness and Health

Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings
Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances
Free wellness initiatives
Free tele-health
Free and discounted RX
Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)
Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment
requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation

401k retirement savings with match

Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment
100% match of 1st 3% contribution
50% match of next 2% contribution
IMMEDIATE VESTING

Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
Regular Hourly rate for travel time
Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll

Federal rate Mileage reimbursement (. 67/mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company business
Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
Overnight trips - Up to $75
Leaving home after 4 pm $40

Federal rate mileage reimbursement

(. 67/mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company business

Overnight trips .