Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Vacancy details General information Entity Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries. Reference 2025-165338 Position description Domain Performance and Support Job field / Job profile Quality - Program / customer quality assurance Job title Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description 1. Manage supplier non-conformities (incl. quality alerts) through investigation, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions. Methods can include 8D/5WHY'S in non escalating flow 2. Oversees quality events and monitor processing time, contributing to handling supplier deviations 3. Sanction and monitor the supplier industrial validation process by administering the supplier First Article Inspection (FAI) reports within PPAP for BTP and APQP reports for BTS. Ensure that the industrial validation process milestones are met, while necessary modifications to stakeholders are proposed based on the supplier's maturity, the component, the processes, and best practices 4. Coordinate supplier concession requests 5. Consolidate costs related to supplier quality NCs impacting production or causing customer disruptions 6. Coordinate securing non-conformity actions (due to NC) in a non escalated flow 7. Anticipate, detect, address, and capitalize on risks and weak signals - proactively analyse them to prevent risks, proposing mitigation plans Candidate skills & requirements - Quality problem solving methodologies (8D / 9S) - AS/EN/JISQ 9100 Knowledge - Understanding of Part-21, Part-145, SMS - AS/EN 9102 FAI Knowledge - Basic understanding of supply chain management - Intermediate understanding of process manufacturing management (incl. SP - special processes) and project management - Basic understanding of Measurement Tools - Basic Understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles - Understanding of ETQ or equivalent NC Management Tool - Understanding of Risk Awareness - Intermediate knowledge in ERP system (SAP, M3, MFG) - Proficiency in problem-solving and quality tools such as 8D, 9S, Kaizen, Kanban, etc. - Experience in designing and processing PFMEA - Familiarity with APQP, PPAP/FAI/DVI processes - Ability to create and modify a quality control plan - Knowledge in interpreting engineering drawings and fundamental understanding of GD&T (geometric dimensions and tolerances) - Exhibits strong reactivity skills, capable of adapting to rapid changes and situations - Ability to establish positive and proactive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders - Proactive and results-oriented approach to tasks and projects - Possesses a strong work ethic, committed to responsibilities and deliverables - Demonstrates accuracy in all tasks and responsibilities - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written - Polite and professional in all forms of interaction Position location Job location Europe, UK, England, South East City (-ies) Westfield Road, Pitstone, Buckinghamshire, LU7 9GT