Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Who YOU  are and what YOU can become:

As a Lead Supplier Quality Engineer, you'll be the driving force behind supplier performance, leading quality plan execution and conducting rigorous product, process, and systemic reviews. You'll own supplier audits, enforce compliance, and spearhead improvement initiatives that elevate standards across the board.

This role demands a deep mastery of theoretical quality principles and a solid foundation in purchasing and sourcing strategies. If you're ready to shape the future of aerospace manufacturing through precision, leadership, and innovation.

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do:

As the Lead Supplier Quality Engineer, you will:

• Independently manages the full lifecycle from stock sweep through RCCA verification and closure for 15-20 suppliers with at least 5 or more critical/problem suppliers simultaneously
• Has a full understanding of AS9100 and AS9102 requirements in conjunction with all MRAS specifications
• Has a working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, MSAs, DFMEAs, and PFMEAs
• Operate independently to support Sourcing and supplier by providing concrete, correct direction
• Able to self-prioritize and juggle multiple priorities simultaneously that align with business objectives
• Works on complex source-designed components and/or works on complex assemblies
• Coordinates and presents Notice of Escape packages to a wide audience with professionalism. Drives supplier engagement to resolve found issues.
• Can be a lead in technical discussions with cross-functional teams
• Forecasts risk and communicate to appropriate levels to ensure business risk is mitigated
• Drives Root Cause/Corrective Action from start to finish independently using established RCCA tools (DMAIC, 8D, 5 Why, 4 Blocker, Apollo, etc)
• Comprehensively reviews Supplier FAIs with no guidance. Not only reviews FAIs, but can provide clear directions to the supplier to resolve conflicts that may otherwise be nonconformances
• Actively inserts her/himself into situations to learn and grow
• Can take ambiguous directions and create a comprehensive execution plan
• Can provide technical and subject matter guidance to the team
• Makes sound business decisions and is unafraid to challenge “status quo” – is a pioneer in setting precedence

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing or Quality Engineering) and minimum of 3 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering.

This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30%

AT ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $89,200 to  $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting!!!
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.