Supplier Quality Engineer (Electronics / PCBA)

About the role

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer with hands-on electronics manufacturing experience to drive supplier quality performance across PCBA, electronics assemblies, cable/harness assemblies, electromechanical systems, and enclosure manufacturing. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance. The successful candidate will work directly with suppliers and internal engineering teams to reduce quality issues before they occur through process improvement, root cause analysis, improved work instructions, enhanced test methods, and stronger manufacturing controls.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Supplier Quality Engineer supporting electronics manufacturing, PCBAs, cable assemblies, electromechanical assemblies, and enclosure suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier quality performance and lead supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform hands-on inspection, troubleshooting, and verification of PCBAs, electronic assemblies, and ESS-tested hardware.
• Conduct supplier audits, process assessments, compliance reviews, and supplier development activities.
• Drive root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies including: 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone / Ishikawa, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Evaluate SMT manufacturing, soldering, inspection, assembly, and test processes.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP activities, prototype builds, and new product introductions.
• Review supplier quality documentation including: FAI packages, inspection reports, test results, control plans, AS9100 documentation.
• Validate supplier compliance to IPC workmanship standards and aerospace quality requirements.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Test Engineering teams to improve manufacturability and product quality.
• Analyze quality trends and supplier performance metrics and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Develop and improve supplier scorecards and supplier quality monitoring systems.
• Assist suppliers with process improvements, fixture development, test optimization, and defect reduction initiatives.
• Travel regularly to supplier locations to conduct audits, problem resolution activities, and supplier development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline OR equivalent industry experience
• Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Quality, or Electronics Quality Engineering
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Experience supporting: PCBAs (Printed Circuit Board Assemblies), Electronics Manufacturing, SMT Manufacturing, Cable/Harness Assembly, Electromechanical Assembly
• Knowledge of: AS9100D, ISO 9001, Supplier Quality Systems, Nonconformance Management, Corrective Action Systems
• Experience performing supplier audits and process assessments
• Experience performing root cause analysis and corrective action investigations
• Ability to interpret: Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Mechanical Drawings, Assembly Instructions, Test Procedures
• Strong communication skills and supplier-facing experience
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong electronics troubleshooting and electrical technician experience
• Experience diagnosing: PCBA failures, Solder defects, Shorts and opens, ESD failures, Component failures, Intermittent electrical issues
• Knowledge of: IPC-A-610, IPC-620, IPC J-STD-001; IPC Certification(s) preferred
• Experience with: ESS (Environmental Stress Screening), HALT/HASS Testing, ICT (In-Circuit Test), Flying Probe Testing, Functional Test Systems
• Experience with: MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-810
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, military, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and supplier quality management tools
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability, and quality metrics

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 – $57.69/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne, FL.