• Supply Chain Quality Engineer

    Dayton Granger, Inc. (Fort Lauderdale, FL)


    Now Hiring: Supply Chain Quality Engineer

     

    Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-Site

     

    Perks: Competitive Pay, Excellent Benefits, Great Work-Life Balance

    About Dayton-Granger

    Dayton-Granger, Inc. (DG) is a leading aerospace and aviation component manufacturer located just four miles from Fort Lauderdale's sunny coastline. With over 80 years of experience supporting long-term commercial, general aviation, and military programs, DG offers both stability and innovation in a collaborative, single-site environment.

    About the Role

    We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Quality Engineer to ensure quality compliance and continuous improvement across both our external supplier network and internal material flow. This is a highly cross-functional role supporting Procurement, Manufacturing, Planning, and Logistics. It's ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment and enjoys solving problems across every phase of the supply chain.

    Required Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality Management

    + 3+ years of experience in quality or supply chain engineering in a manufacturing environment

    + Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and quality systems (AS9100, ISO 9001)

    + Hands-on experience with supplier audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

    + Proficiency with data analysis tools (SPC, Excel, Minitab, or equivalent)

    + Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries

    + APICS or ASQ certifications (e.g., CPIM, CQE, CQA)

    + Familiarity with ERP systems and material traceability requirements

    Key Responsibilities

    + Qualify and evaluate new and existing suppliers through audits and capability assessments

    + Monitor and improve supplier KPIs (PPM, OTD, NCR trends)

    + Lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions

    + Manage and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and PPAPs per AS9102 and customer requirements

    + Ensure compliance with AS9100, FAA, and customer-specific quality standards across the supply chain

    + Audit and optimize internal material handling, inventory accuracy, and process adherence

    + Oversee internal quality controls for receiving, kitting, inventory movement, and transfers

    + Support MRB processes and drive timely resolution of non-conforming material issues

    + Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Planning to ensure seamless material flow and minimize quality risks

    + Support internal and external audits and maintain documentation for full traceability

    + Participate in PFMEA and other proactive quality planning efforts

    + Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve supply chain robustness, and enhance KPIs such as inventory turnover and scrap rate

    + Perform additional duties as assigned and follow all DG safety procedures

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    Our team represents a wide range of backgrounds, generations, and ideas—all working together under one roof in coastal South Florida. DG supports legacy aerospace programs and cutting-edge product development, creating a dynamic environment with real impact.

     

    Employees enjoy long tenures here—many have been with us 10+ years—and we celebrate milestones with meaningful recognition and anniversary gifts.

    Benefits

    + Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

    + 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

    + PTO and paid holidays

    + Mental health and wellness support

    + Complimentary life insurance with supplemental options

    + Paid parental and bereavement leave

    + Short- and long-term disability coverage

    + Tuition reimbursement

    + On-site gym access

    + Excellent work-life balance

    + Access to advanced tools and technologies

    + Length-of-service gifts and team-building activities

     

    Dayton-Granger, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

     

    This position requires access to technical data subject to U.S. export control laws (EAR/ITAR). Applicants must be "U.S. persons" as defined by applicable regulations (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).