Supplier Quality Engineer II

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San Jose, CA, USA
Hybrid
77K-117K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
In an era of dynamic change, Aerospace is addressing the most complex challenges in space.
The Role
Ensures supplier components and materials meet engineering, quality, and business requirements. Conducts supplier qualification audits, capability assessments, risk evaluations, process validation, and NPI readiness activities. Leads root cause analysis and corrective actions, monitors supplier performance metrics, supports incoming inspection strategies, reviews drawings and specifications, and maintains FAI reports and control plans. Collaborates with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams while driving supplier continuous improvement.
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Supplier Quality Engineer II

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Supplier Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of components and materials sourced from our global supplier base. The ideal candidate is a strong technical problem solver, effective communicator, and skilled collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with suppliers to ensure components meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and business requirements

• Execute supplier qualification activities, including process audits, capability assessments, and risk evaluations 

• Support new product introduction (NPI) by driving supplier readiness, process validation, and component approval 

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for supplier-related issues, implementing long-term solutions 

• Monitor supplier performance using data-driven metrics; drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost. Present data every 5 weeks during Failure Review Board (FRB) 

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and changes for manufacturability and supplier impact

 • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain. Participate in Commodity teams to express quality focus • Support incoming inspection processes and develop appropriate inspection/test strategies

• Maintain technical documentation including FAI reports, and process control plans

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 2+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or similar discipline 

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, stamping, die casting, PCB Manufacturing, CCA, or electro-mechanical assembly 

• Experience with quality tools: control plans, SPC, root cause analysis, etc. 

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other quality management systems (as applicable) 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Excellent communication and supplier relationship management abilities

• Ability to periodically travel domestically as needed 

WE VALUE 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field 

• Background in NPI or product development environments 

• Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation 

• Lean/Six Sigma training

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments 

• Experience with SAP ERP systems and/or Siemens Teamcenter PLM systems


Benefits working for Honeywell Aerospace: 

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

The annual base salary range for this position is $77K - $117. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: 08/06/2026.

 Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. 
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or a similar discipline
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including machining, injection molding, stamping, die casting, PCB manufacturing, CCA, or electro-mechanical assembly
  • Experience with quality tools such as control plans, SPC, and root cause analysis
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other quality management systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and supplier relationship management abilities
  • Ability to travel domestically periodically as needed
  • U.S. person status under applicable U.S. export control laws
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field
  • Background in NPI or product development environments
  • Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation
  • Lean or Six Sigma training
  • Hands-on manufacturing experience
  • Experience with SAP ERP systems or Siemens Teamcenter PLM systems

The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Aerospace Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by The Aerospace Corporation.

  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
  • Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
4,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1960

What We Do

The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.

Why Work With Us

We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.

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