Supplier Quality Engineer

I am recruiting on behalf of my client, a globally recognised leader within the aerospace sector, specialising in highly advanced fuel systems and mission-critical technologies for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. With decades of innovation and engineering excellence behind them, they are at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling and defence solutions to customers worldwide.

Due to continued growth, I am now looking to speak with experienced candidates for a Supplier Quality Engineer position based at their Wimborne site. This Supplier Quality Engineer role will play a key part in driving supplier performance, ensuring quality compliance, and supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain.

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for improving supplier quality performance, leading root cause investigations, and developing supplier capability to meet stringent aerospace standards. This Supplier Quality Engineer role offers a great opportunity to work within a highly technical and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities for this Supplier Quality Engineer role include:

Driving supplier quality improvements through structured root cause analysis and corrective actions

Establishing and maintaining supplier approval systems and conducting supplier audits

Ensuring suppliers adhere to Quality Management System requirements and relevant specifications

Evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, delivery, and performance criteria

Developing and implementing supplier quality control and evaluation processes

Conducting supplier assessments to promote standardisation, waste reduction, and continuous improvement

Monitoring and improving supply chain KPIs such as DPPM and Cost of Poor Quality

Collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve quality issues effectively

Managing supplier performance metrics, certification programmes, and ongoing assessments

Supporting supplier development through training and quality system guidance

Ensuring compliance through audits, source inspections, First Article Inspection (FAI), and change control processes

Working closely with engineering and procurement teams to ensure contractual and technical requirements are metTo be successful in this Supplier Quality Engineer position, you should have:

Previous experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer or within supplier development, ideally in a mechanical or aerospace environment

Proven ability to drive root cause analysis with suppliers and implement corrective actions

Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards such as AS/EN9100 and NADCAP (advantageous)

Good technical engineering knowledge with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Experience working within supply chain or manufacturing environments (3–5 years preferred)

A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Experience working within structured business systems, processes, and project environmentsIn return, the successful Supplier Quality Engineer will join a forward-thinking organisation offering long-term career development, exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies, and the opportunity to make a real impact within a global supply chain.

If you are an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer looking for your next challenge, I would be keen to speak with you.

Ian Broadhurst

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