Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Photonics

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality requirements and performance metrics
• Qualify, audit, and approve new and existing suppliers (onsite and remote audits)
• Lead supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, pFMEA)
• Review and approve supplier manufacturing processes, PPAPs, FAI, control plans, and inspection methods
• Collaborate with purchasing, planning, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to address supplier-related issues
• Analyze supplier quality data (PPM, defects, trends) and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Support risk management activities, including supplier risk assessments and contingency planning
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations (ISO 9001/ AS9100, and / or other industry-specific governance as applicable)
• Support customer and regulatory audits related to supplier quality

Required Qualifications

• Experience working within an ISO9001 / AS9100 compliant QMS
• 37 years of experience in supply chain development or supplier quality engineering roles
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, MSA, Root Cause Analysis)
• Experience with supplier audits and corrective action management
• Cumulative competency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Demonstrable ability to verify / validate attributes, as needed
• Competent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality management systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as ASQ CQE, CQA, or equivalent
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts