• Supplier Quality Engineer

    Actalent (Columbus, MS)


    Job Title: Supplier Quality EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to evaluate and audit supplier processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maintaining high-quality production.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct process audits at supplier facilities to assess quality systems, manufacturing practices, and compliance with industry standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.

    + Evaluate and approve new suppliers, performing initial qualification audits and ongoing surveillance.

    + Develop, maintain, and execute supplier audit schedules based on risk assessments and performance history.

    + Work closely with suppliers to investigate non-conformances, determine root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

    + Monitor and report on supplier quality performance metrics, including PPAP/FAI results, delivery quality, and responsiveness.

    + Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and program management to support new product introduction (NPI) and supplier readiness.

    + Ensure supplier processes are capable and controlled for critical aerospace components and special processes.

    + Assist in developing and maintaining supplier quality agreements and related documentation.

    + Stay current on aerospace quality regulations, customer-specific requirements, and industry trends.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in AS9100 and supplier quality audits.

    + Ability to perform audits and evaluations independently.

    + Experience with lean six sigma methodologies.

    + Knowledge of APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plans.

    + Experience with SAP and ERP systems.

    + Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience or 15+ years of relevant experience.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulations.

    + Strong communication skills for collaboration with senior leadership and government customers.

    Work Environment

    The role requires candidates to be located close to a major airport due to 70% travel requirements, which may decrease over time. The position offers the opportunity to work in a small, rapidly growing organization with collaboration opportunities with senior -level leadership.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

     

    4 Day Work WeekMedical CoveragePrescription CoverageDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCompany-paid life, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and AD&D Insurance401K MatchPaid Time Off and Company Holidays

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,MS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.