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Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. 

Position Summary

Leads supplier capability improvement and quality performance for aerospace castings and forgings across the supply base. Owns supplier development strategy from NPI/industrialization through sustained production, ensuring robust manufacturing and inspection controls that consistently meet aerospace requirements. Drives APQP/PPAP planning, process capability and yield improvement, effective containment/corrective action, and compliance to customer, regulatory, and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS13100, and NADCAP/PRI special process certifications where applicable).

Key Responsibilities

Lead supplier development plans for casting/forging suppliers. Will identify and assist with potential new suppliers and work to improve existing ones (capability improvement, yield/scrap reduction, and escape prevention, etc.).

• Perform capability assessments for potential new suppliers

• Drive APQP/PPAP planning aligned to aerospace standards (AS9145), ensuring robust launch readiness and controlled transition to rate production.

• Establish and verify controls for critical casting/forging manufacturing processes

• Implement and coach suppliers on core quality tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, MSA, SPC, capability studies, mistake-proofing, 8D/5-Why/Ishikawa, DOE, etc.

• Partner with Procurement / Supplier Quality peers to develop supplier technical capability, including sub-tier management, special process oversight, and 

• Own supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers, ensuring ongoing compliance to drawings, specifications, key characteristics, and contractual quality clauses.

• Monitor, analyze, and improve supplier KPIs (PPM, escapes, COPQ, OTD, responsiveness), and lead structured performance reviews and escalation as needed.

• Lead supplier-caused issue response including containment, root cause, and corrective action using SCAR/CAPA/8D methodologies; ensure timely closure and verified effectiveness.

• Manage and coordinate MRB support, deviation/waiver requests, and disposition alignment with Engineering, Quality, and Customers-ensuring risk is assessed and documented.

• Drive systemic prevention: replicate learnings across similar part families/processes, update PFMEAs/control plans, strengthen process parameters, and improve detection controls.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials/Metallurgy, Manufacturing, or related) required.

• 10+ years experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, materials/process engineering, or supplier development supporting castings and/or forgings; aerospace experience required.

• Demonstrated leadership of supplier development and industrialization efforts, including APQP/AS9145-aligned planning, capability validation, and launch execution.

• Strong working knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and documentation, including AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), and familiarity with AS9145 and AS13100 expectations.

• Proven ability to lead complex problem solving and corrective action (SCAR/CAPA/8D) with measurable, sustained results.

• Strong technical ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and special process requirements; comfortable defining risk-based inspection and control strategies.

• Ability to influence cross-functionally and externally (suppliers) at multiple organizational levels; strong written and verbal communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Materials/Metallurgy or equivalent experience in metallurgical evaluation, heat treat, microstructure interpretation, and mechanical testing.

• Experience working with/around NADCAP/PRI special process environments (heat treat, NDT, coatings/plating, welding as applicable) and supplier oversight of sub-tier special processors.

• Formal auditor training/certification (AS9100 internal/lead auditor) and demonstrated audit execution experience.

• Experience deploying SPC/capability programs at suppliers (sampling strategy, control chart selection, reaction plans, Cp/Cpk improvement).

• Experience with QMS/ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter, TipQA, ETQ, Plex, etc.).

Work Conditions / Travel

• Combination of office, manufacturing floor, and supplier site engagement.

• Travel to supplier facilities for development events, audits, investigations, and launch readiness activities (domestic/international depending on supply base).

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. 

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans 

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

• Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!

• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours. 

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).

• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to 4,000).

• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.

• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods. 

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
This position may be subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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