Supplier Quality Engineer - aerospace industry (f/m/x)

We are looking for an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our team in the aerospace sector. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring supplier quality and compliance with industry standards. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to address quality issues and implement improvement initiatives. The position requires regular presence at the client’s site in Niepołomice (minimum 3 days per week). If you are passionate about quality engineering and supplier collaboration, this opportunity may be the right fit for you.

Daily tasks

• Conducting supplier audits to ensure compliance with AS 9100 standards and specific requirements
• Collaborating with customers and colleagues to communicate and enforce quality requirements to suppliers
• Utilizing tools such as APQP, PPAP, and FAI to ensure seamless project launches with suppliers
• Analyzing supplier performance data to identify trends and implement improvement initiatives
• Partnering with sourcing teams to evaluate and develop supplier capabilities while maintaining accurate quality records
• Traveling domestically and internationally to conduct audits and support supplier improvement activities
• Participating in and managing upcoming projects as the responsible person from the SQE site

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing, preferably in the aerospace industry Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Metallurgy, or a related field) Deep expertise in AS 9100 and NADCAP requirements Strong command of FMEA and risk analysis methodologies Practical experience in supplier collaboration and addressing quality issues Ability to read technical drawings, tolerances, and specifications Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external stakeholders Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities Background in reviewing technical documentation for mechanical components and developing incoming inspection plans Knowledge of reviewing and assessing FAI/PPAP documentation from suppliers Advanced level of Polish and English Nice-to-have requirements

Expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Knowledge and experience in special processes, both technically and in auditing

Must have: AS 9100, NADCAP, FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), risk analyses, Supplier Collaboration