Supplier Quality Specialist

Job Description
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Supplier Quality team is currently seeking to hire a experienced Supplier Quality Specialist . These roles will be based in Tianjin, China.
Position Overview
BCA has an immediate need for experienced Supplier Quality Specialists to join the Supplier Quality - Work Movements and Prevention Organization.
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all Initial Product and Production System Validation (IPPSV) activities are executed effectively and in accordance with plan.
This position reports to the BCA Supplier Quality Regional Operations Manager - Work Movements and Prevention (EMEA & APAC Regions).
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct supplier quality oversight for work transfers, including but not limited to: Quality Requirement Reviews; Requirement consumption reviews; First Article Inspections (FAI) and Quality Process Assessments
• Partner with Supplier Quality Engineers, Process Focal, Supply Chain Engineering, Supply Chain Stakeholders etc. to execute IPPSV activities
• Collaborate with Regional Sustainment SQ teams to implement Early Quality Engagement and prevention strategies
• Proactively engage with suppliers to drive First Time Quality (FTQ)
• Ensure suppliers have robust processes to identify, assess, and mitigate quality risks associated with work transfers
• Support and monitor supplier Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) deliverables
• Assess supplier capability and capacity for current and future work scope
• Document and communicate audit/assessment results in coordination with Regional Supplier Quality Representatives (SQRs)
• Review supplier Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) related to IPPSV-controlled parts
• Drive incorporation of lessons learned into new work statements
• Provide supplier coaching on APQP, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor supplier performance and lead quality improvement initiatives
• Report supplier risks and opportunities to leadership
• Support domestic and international travel as required

Basic Qualifications

• Prior experience in aerospace quality audits and assessments
• Working knowledge of AS9100 requirements
• Strong communication skills across all organizational levels
• Proven experience in supplier quality development
• Strong understanding of Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies
• Experience with supplier quality systems and process auditing
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality tools and processes such as APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, FAI, and RCCA
• Familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145 standards
• Lean / Lean Six Sigma experience (value stream mapping, shop floor events)
• Project management experience and best practices knowledge
• Experience in developing supplier improvement strategies and providing training/coaching

Other information:

• Infrequent Business travel may be expected to other regional and global sites as driven by business needs.
• Benefits and pay are determined in line with local labor market practices. This is not an expat assignment.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 03, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Shift Worker (China)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
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