Supplier Quality Engineer A high-technology manufacturer supporting exciting and innovative aerospace / space programmes are investing heavily in its Quality function and are looking to hire Supplier Quality Engineers to be a key part of that journey. This isn't a "keep-the-lights-on" quality role. The business is actively growing the quality team, strengthening governance, and embedding a true Quality-First mentality across the supply chain, so you'll have real influence, visibility, and the chance to help shape how "good" looks as the function matures. The opportunity You'll take ownership of supplier quality performance across a diverse, technical supply base, working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to drive: Right-first-time quality and robust prevention (not just containment) Supplier development and capability improvement Stronger incoming quality / inspection effectiveness Faster, more structured problem-solving and corrective action What you'll be doing Managing supplier quality issues from detection through containment, root cause and verified corrective/preventive action (e.g., 8D / RCCA) Planning and executing supplier audits and follow-up improvement activity Supporting supplier onboarding / qualification, and ongoing performance management (KPIs, scorecards, escalation where needed) Driving improvements in non-conformance handling, conces...