Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer - 6 Month FTC (Aston Martin Performance Technologies)
Department: AMPT Automotive - Design
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Silverstone
Reporting To: Alessandro Sordon
Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer to join our AMPT Automotive team. In this role you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of components across our external supply chain. This role is central to AMPT's mission to deliver cutting-edge engineering solutions and innovative technologies that enable world-class commercial applications. You will work closely with our Engineering and Procurement teams, as well as external suppliers, to drive quality excellence and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess, approve, and monitor suppliers through audits and performance evaluations to ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
* Ensure supplied components meet technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards using PPAP and APQP methodologies.
* Lead supplier-related problem-solving activities using 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
* Track, analyse, and report supplier quality metrics including PPM, defect rates, and on-time delivery, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with suppliers during development phases, validating new parts through First Article Inspection (FAI) and process capability studies.
* Proactively identify and manage potential quality risks to successful resolution.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of AMPT's tools, methods, people, and quality culture.
* Support the development and protection of AMPT's Intellectual Property and engineering assets.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry quality standards, inspection techniques, and problem-solving methodologies.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties aligned with the role.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Degree-qualified in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in Supplier Quality Assurance within a high-tech engineering or advanced manufacturing environment.
* Strong ability to translate ideas into practical, workable solutions.
* Confident working under pressure to meet targets and deadlines.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage positively and professionally at all levels.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Results-driven with confident and effective decision-making abilities.
* Innovative, flexible, and analytical approach to problem-solving.
* Enthusiastic, reliable, and versatile, with a strong team-oriented mindset.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
* Clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety best practices
Benefits
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.