Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer

Our Aston facility is growing, and we are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team!

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will plan and execute the Quality Assurance activities involving technical oversight and the evaluation of products and processes. You will establish and sustain on-going, long-term improvements in process performance by evaluation operations and products for compliance. This role will work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management and other business areas to drive continuous improvement in Product Quality and On-Time Delivery. You will implement procedures and processes to comply with contractual specifications as well as audit supplier and internal business systems

Location: Aston, PA (on-site)

Salary: $92,000 to $108,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Collaborate with Purchasing to schedule and lead supplier assessments including qualification, approval and certification processes for supplier selection, improvement and/or disqualification.

• Drive improvement in Supplier Performance (Quality and OTD).

• Provide recommendations for design and/or inspection improvements.

• Manage Supplier Non-conformances and Corrective Actions.

• Assess/Witness performance of non-destructive examinations as required (magnaflux, fluorescent dye penetrant, material hardness, etc.).

• Witness and inspect functional tests both in-house and at suppliers’ facilities.

• Collect, manage and report on metrics associated with Supplier Performance.

• Perform internal audits and maintain processes and procedures.

• Lead RCCA efforts and drive continuous improvement culture.

• Performs functions necessary to support (and backup) all Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. (Material Review Board, Corrective Action Board, Configuration Control Board)

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Science Engineering Degree (or Technical Equivalent) with 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance, Process Improvement functions with demonstrated results or Certified Quality Engineer with minimum 5-7 years’ experience in Quality Assurance with demonstrated results in Corrective Action, Inspection, Customer/Supplier Communication and Auditing.

• Possess a strong working knowledge and aptitude of quality and material requirements including (but not limited to) First Article Inspections (FAI), Material Certifications, Shelf Life, AWS Welding/Brazing, Specialty Metals, Non-destructive testing (MPT, LPT, RT, VT, and UT), and Special Processes (plating, coating, passivation, heat treatment).

• Ability to interpret and inspect drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Well versed in ISO 9001, AS 9100, Military/US Navy Quality standards, and all applicable FAR/DFAR material requirements. 

• Proficient in PC-based programs such as MS Work, Excel and Project.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.