Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer - Aerospace

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.

Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.

• We offer competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
• Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
• Health benefits effective day 1!

Position Summary

The Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer provides a range of expertise to ensure that incoming materials are free of flaws and function as specified. Investigate, analyze and resolve supplier quality problems by conducting audits, analyzing defect trends and leading continuous improvement projects.

Job Core Responsibilities
• Work with Purchasing to ensure supplier performance is regularly reported and that appropriate and timely corrective actions are implemented
• In cooperation with Corporate Quality functions, maintain and update critical supplier audit system and schedule
• Conduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement
• Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPIs
• Establish specific short / long-term supplier quality goals
• Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances
• Issue and ensure timely processing of supplier corrective action requests (SCARs)
• Work to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply
• Develop long-term supplier relationships and generate and implement cost reduction ideas
• Aid Manufacturing in the evaluation and qualification of new supplier materials following a defined new product development process
• Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting Parker Meggitt requirements. Projects may include: process analysis, value stream mapping, process capability and throughput analysis, Six Sigma, 5S and Kaizen events
• Drive "Zero Defect" mentality within the supply base
• Will travel to suppliers about 25% of the time

Job Specifications
Education: Bachelor degree in Engineering or related technical field required
Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma, or similar certifications are highly desirable
Years' Experience: 6+ years of relevant experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Skills:
• Knowledge of complex Quality Engineering processes and regulatory requirements; knowledge of APQP/PPAP highly desirable
• Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving
• Advanced knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering
• Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and make recommendations for improvements to products, processes or services
• Ability to explain a range of complex technical information
• Demonstrated analytical skills to proactively identify and solve problems
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion

Conditions of Employment

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders], or have refugee or asylee status).

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.

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