Senior Supplier Quality Engineer West Yorkshire Full-time 37.5 hours per week Travel: Max. 30% UK / 30% International Overview: We are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation within the defence sector, who are looking to appoint a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support their growing project portfolio. This is a highly collaborative role, working across multiple projects and engaging closely with suppliers to ensure quality, compliance and delivery performance are achieved. You will play a key role within integrated project teams (IPTs), helping to drive supplier performance and ensure products and processes meet both customer and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with suppliers to ensure compliance with manufacturing, quality and regulatory requirements Conduct supplier visits and audits to assess performance, capability and risk Monitor and verify supplier adherence to processes, product requirements and quality standards Support approval of supplier methods, processes, equipment and product release activities Drive supplier quality performance across: APQP / PPAP PFMEA & Control Plans Process & Measurement Capability (MSA) Lead supplier non-conformance processes including: Containment Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Corrective & Preventative Actions Develop and track supplier KPIs, driving improvements where required Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, manufacturing and quality Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers Key Requirements: Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment Strong background in supplier quality, quality engineering or quality assurance Knowledge of: ISO 9001 (essential) APQP / PPAP (desirable) Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Why, A3 etc.) Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T Understanding of manufacturing processes, such as: Machining Assembly NDT / heat treatment / welding (desirable) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Desirable Experience: Auditor certification (ISO 9001 or equivalent) Experience working with complex components or high-tolerance manufacturing Familiarity with defence, aerospace or similarly regulated industries Experience using ERP systems (e.g. SAP) What You'll Be Doing: Acting as a key link between suppliers and internal teams Supporting delivery across multiple engineering projects Driving quality improvements within the supply chain Contributing to a collaborative, high-performance project environment What We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who is: Proactive and hands-on Comfortable working across teams and functions Confident dealing with suppliers and resolving issues Able to take ownership and drive outcomes Additional Information: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK The role may be subject to security clearance and export control restrictions