Supplier Procurement Quality Engineer (Levels III-V)

About the role

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company building next‑generation space infrastructure, including Axiom Station, the successor to the International Space Station. The company provides commercial human spaceflight services and develops advanced spacesuits for lunar missions. The Supplier Procurement Quality Engineer will ensure suppliers comply with customer contractual and AS9100 requirements, manage the approved supplier list, and support supplier quality processes such as verification, surveillance, non‑conformance management, and continuous improvement.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and apply supplier quality and management processes in compliance with AS9100 and contractual requirements.
• Guide suppliers to meet contractual and compliance requirements.
• Conduct supplier assessments/audits and support continuous improvements.
• Perform verification (inspection) of purchased products and surveillance of product and processes, on‑site at supplier facilities or at Axiom Space.
• Develop and maintain records and performance metrics for external providers (Key Performance Indicators).
• Prepare initial qualification reports for inclusion on the Approved Supplier List and manage that list.
• Establish and approve quality clause flow‑down requirements for Human Space Flight goods and services.
• Build working relationships with external providers to maintain a seamless supply chain.
• Support non‑conformance management, part containment, supplier corrective actions, and verification of purchased parts.
• Develop supplier quality reports and presentations for Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) and program leadership.
• Maintain and improve Axiom quality processes and procedures.
• Implement and ensure adherence to the non‑conformance system, tracking trends and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Apply agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field (ABET‑accredited preferred). 4–9 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering preferred for senior levels; 7–12 years (Level V) or 10–16 years (Level VI‑VII) of experience, or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System; experience with AS9102, NADCAP, and PPAP desired.
• Experience reviewing customer and supplier contracts/purchase orders for flow‑down compliance.
• Proficiency with engineering drawings, industry specifications, and standard requirements.
• Experience verifying purchased products and conducting audits.
• Ability to develop procedures and work instructions.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving abilities, including root‑cause analysis, containment, corrective and preventive actions, continuous improvement, and statistical analysis.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Cost Point ERP knowledge desired).
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage time, meet tight deadlines, and deliver high‑quality results in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments.

Core Skills

• Passion for space and Axiom’s mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth‑mindset attitude.
• High emotional intelligence and strong collaboration across teams.
• Tech‑solutioning: leveraging systems and tools to work smarter and faster.

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery
• Leadership, Innovation, and Teamwork (company core values)

Work Environment

Primarily an office setting, with occasional tasks that may require work inside or outside supplier facilities depending on the assignment.

Requirements

• Access to export‑controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, ITAR, or EAR.
• Final candidates may undergo additional export‑control screening to determine eligibility.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting or standing for extended periods (approximately 90% of the time).
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 lb. (about 5% of the time).

Equipment

• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.).