Supplier Quality Engineer

Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is based in our Cheshire, CT Facility and is part of the Supply Chain Organization, reporting to the Director of Supply Chain.

The SQE is responsible for the Organization’s Supplier Quality Program to drive improvement in the Supply Chain by assuring adequacy in the Suppliers’ Quality Program and Inspection Methods. Additionally, the SQE shall participate in key processes which include: Material Review Board, Supplier Audits / Surveillance, issuance of Supplier Corrective Action Requests, and Supplier Performance Rating program. Moreover, the SQE shall, as necessary, work with the appropriate technical groups to define Supplier specifications as appropriate.

Location: Cheshire, CT

Reports to: Director of Supply Chain

Salary Grade:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

Analyze supplier performance data to determine continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supplier performance

Maintain accurate and current supplier quality records, such as supplier audits, certifications and supplier corrective action responses

Work with Procurement to define a Supplier Rating program and establish key Supplier Quality Metrics

Apply demonstrated understanding of the relevant product or customer specifications, flow down documents, procedures, engineering or process drawings and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers

Lead Supplier Quality Assurance program through the use of the Supplier Rating Program, key Supplier Quality Metrics, etc..

Enhance current Approved Supplier Listing (ASL) database to ensure full control of suppliers and audit compliance

Issue, monitor and maintain Supplier Corrective Action database

Work effectively with suppliers to resolve problems using Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) tools

Participate with the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers

Develop supplier quality policies and procedures as required

Perform supplier capability and quality/risk assessments

Benchmark world-class suppliers to assist the present supply base and identify future suppliers

Various other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Participate in training as required

5-10% Domestic Travel required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

The SQE shall have a strong understanding of Quality methods and systems in a manufacturing environment with complete understanding of Root Cause Investigation / Lean Practices and Principles

Strong Business Acumen

Understanding of ERP Demand Signals from Buyer to Supplier and Supplier Capacity Modeling

Excellent communication skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to effectively work at all levels

Team player

Self-starter, minimal supervision required

Detail oriented

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Technically astute

Solid understanding of AS9100 and ISO-9000 standards

Requirements:

Must be a U.S Person as defined by US Government and able to work without restriction with ITAR related data

B.S. Degree in Engineering or other related field required; Master’s degree preferred

3+ years of Quality experience with prime focus on Supplier Initiatives

3+ years of Manufacturing experience; Aerospace preferred

3+ years of Supplier Quality Auditing experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary for dealing with all levels of internal and external suppliers and customers

Exemplary time-management, communication, technical writing, presentation development, facilitation, and organizational skills

Thorough knowledge of quality methods and systems (statistics, reliability, sampling, and auditing.)

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) is recommended; Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is preferred

Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement Methodologies (6 Sigma, Lean Mfg. etc.); Greenbelt preferred

Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (Syteline/or Epicor preferred)

Travel up to 30% - Supplier visits / audits, primarily domestic with potential for international

AAP Statement

Hanwha Aerospace USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

*Subject to change with or without notice*