Supplier Quality Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and assessments to ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Daher Kodiak requirements
• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers; maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL)
• Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards
• Define Quality Assurance Supplemental Requirements for Purchase Orders
• Review supplier quality documentation, including First Article Inspections (FAI)
• Develop and monitor supplier quality KPIs; initiate corrective actions as needed
• Grant or revoke Supplier Inspection Authority or Delegated Inspection Authority
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Investigate supplier quality escapes and non‑conformances
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and support continuous improvement
• Maintain documentation related to supplier audits, performance, and quality metrics
• Prepare supplier scorecards, reports, and performance reviews
• Support supplier quality improvement and on‑time delivery initiatives
• Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Procurement, and Production teams
• Support new product development by ensuring supplier capability and compliance
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations (including 14 CFR Part 21) and Daher Kodiak requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering
• Aerospace or aviation industry experience required

Knowledge

• AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards
• FAA regulations, including 14 CFR Part 21
• Manufacturing processes, materials, and aerospace supply chains

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, auditing, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience conducting supplier audits and assessments
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data‑driven decisions
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and supplier relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with quality tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, and 8D preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification
• Experience with supplier development or process improvement initiatives

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel to supplier sites as required

EEO Statement

Daher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Information related to the position:

The compensation range is $80,000 to $105,000 in base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.