Supplier Quality Engineering Manager 2

This manager directs a team of 6–12 supplier quality professionals and establishes the processes used to ensure suppliers meet contractual, regulatory, and technical requirements. Responsibilities include supplier evaluations, process audits, source inspection, first article and special-process approvals, corrective action management, and maintenance of supplier qualification records. The position partners with supply chain, engineering, operations, and program teams to resolve quality issues and improve supplier cost, yield, delivery, and acceptance results. It also involves reporting supplier metrics, leading recovery plans and business reviews, and supporting audits or customer inquiries. This opportunity suits an experienced aerospace, defense, or regulated-industry quality leader who can combine hands-on supplier expertise with team development and cross-functional leadership.