Supplier Quality Engineer
Brentwood
35,000 - 45,000 + excellent benefits
A global distribution business supplying the aerospace industry is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality assurance activities across the supply chain. This is a key role ensuring full compliance with aviation regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems while driving continuous improvement with suppliers worldwide.
What's on Offer?
* Modern, well-equipped working environment with state-of-the-art facilities
* On-site gym, excellent rest areas, free fruit cycle to work scheme and free on-site parking
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Flexible working (37.5 hours/week): Mon-Thu: 8am-5pm and Fri: 8am-12pm
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Supportive culture with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement
The Role
As Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of the supply chain by ensuring suppliers meet all quality, regulatory, and performance expectations required within the aerospace sector.
Duties:
* Managing supplier quality performance to AS9100 / AS9120 standards
* Supporting supplier approval, qualification, ongoing monitoring, and performance improvement
* Conducting supplier audits, process evaluations, and risk assessments
* Leading investigations into supplier non-conformances and driving effective CAPA
* Working closely with internal teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues
* Acting as the main quality point of contact for assigned suppliers
* Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier capability, quality, and cost efficiency
* Maintaining accurate quality documentation to support internal, customer, and regulatory audits
About You
You will be a proactive, solutions-focused quality professional with strong experience in supplier quality within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment.
Experience & skills:
* Proven background in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Aerospace Quality
* Strong knowledge of AS9100 / AS9120 (essential)
* Experience conducting supplier audits and managing corrective actions
* Working knowledge of aerospace regulations and quality requirements
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering data
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Confident working independently while supporting cross-functional teams
* Strong IT skills with good numeracy and literacy skills
Candidates who are looking for sponsorship now or in the future will no be elegable for this role.
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