Supplier Quality EngineerObjectiveThe objective of this mission is to secure the production and delivery of conforming Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) from a strategic supplier through on-site manufacturing and quality surveillance. The mission shall ensure that production is executed according to plan, manufacturing and quality processes remain under control, risks are proactively identified and mitigated, and products are delivered on time, in the required quantities, and in full compliance with technical and quality requirements.Scope of the MissionThe mission shall include, at a minimum, the following activities:Production SurveillanceMonitor production planning and execution against agreed priorities and delivery commitments.Identify manufacturing constraints, material shortages, and production risks.Follow up on production recovery plans and ensure timely implementation of agreed actions.Escalate issues that could impact production or delivery performance.Quality SurveillanceMonitor incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities.Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, manufacturing processes, and applicable quality requirements.Ensure effective control of non-conforming products, rework, and corrective actions.Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of containment and permanent corrective actions.Supplier Performance ManagementConduct regular operational reviews with supplier management.Monitor production, delivery, and quality performance.Identify operational risks and drive mitigation actions.Coordinate with our Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure timely resolution of technical and operational issues.ReportingThe mission shall include:Weekly progress reports summarizing production status, delivery performance, quality issues, risks, and action plans.Immediate escalation of any issue that may impact product conformity, production continuity, or delivery commitmentsDeliverablesThe mission shall provide:Weekly status report.Open action tracker.Risk and recovery plan follow-up.Quality issue log.Recommendations to improve supplier performance and ensure sustainable process control.Required QualificationsMinimum five years of experience in PCB/PCBA manufacturing, supplier quality, or manufacturing engineering.Strong knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes and quality management systems.Experience in supplier development, manufacturing surveillance, or industrial performance improvement.Knowledge of IPC standards and AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems.Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Root Cause Analysis, etc.).Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work autonomously at the supplier's facility and interact effectively with both supplier and customer managementSalary Range: $115,000-$130,000/KThe actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experienceAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.