Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 7 years of experience in supplier quality engineering, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or technology-driven environment.

Demonstrated experience managing supplier quality performance and resolving complex supplier quality issues.

Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, supplier management, quality control, and manufacturing processes.

Experience with supplier qualification, supplier audits, first-article inspections, and supplier corrective actions.

Strong knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies, including CAPA/8D, 5-Why, fishbone, and root-cause analysis.

Experience with statistical analysis and quality improvement tools, including SPC, process capability, Pareto analysis, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to suppliers, engineers, manufacturing personnel, and management.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence internal and external stakeholders without direct authority.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, make sound decisions based on risk and business impact.

Experience in optics, X-ray applications, vacuum technology, precision machining, or other advanced manufacturing environments is desirable.

Supplier quality leadership

Problem solving

Technical expertise

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Accountability and ownership

Continuous improvement (CI)

Decision making

Leadership and mentoring

Professionalism