Supplier Quality Engineer

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries.

Reference number

2025-165827

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Supplier quality assurance

Job title

Supplier Quality Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

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Interface with business units, cross-functional groups and suppliers on support tasks related to Quality & OTD, FA (Failure Analysis), RCCA (Root Cause Analysis / Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions).

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A dynamic personality style with the ability and willingness to promote appropriate change and improvement.

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Ability to work autonomously, prioritize the workload, assess escalation needs.

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Ability to find and evaluate risks within the supply chain, and propose long term solutions.

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General familiarity with aerospace manufacturing equipment.

*Experience in manufacturing or industrialization, knowledge of APQP (AS9145) preferred.

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Solid understanding of receiving inspection processes including statistical sampling, component measurement techniques, specifications, drawings, AS9102 FAIR.

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Issue FA & RCCA reports to suppliers, follow up, review and approve supplier questions/requests in a timely manner contingent upon severity of the impact to customer or Safran manufacturing operations.

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Excellent problem resolution, judgment, and decision making skills required with thorough working knowledge of Quality systems methods and practices (DOE, PFMEA, Control Plans, Lean Manufacturing concepts, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, etc.).

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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.

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Proficient in spreadsheet (report formatting, graphing, formula calculation generation), database, presentation and project management tools (i.e. Excel, Minitab, etc.).

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Ability to read and understand assembly drawings including GD&T, schematics, block diagrams and Engineering Change Notices for the purpose of specific inspection criteria and evaluation.

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Demonstrated auditing experience to AS9100, AS9110 AS9120 and Mil-Stds .

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Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

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Proficient with a personal computer and selected software applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel, Access, PowerPoint.

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Lead and complete any specific projects/tasks as assigned.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

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Must be open to travel as needed (up to 75%)

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There is a large travel element to this role and as such you should hold a full driving license, and current passport/Visa and have a willingness to travel to all continents (sometimes) at short notice.

Candidate skills & requirements

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Bachelor of Science degree from and accredited institution in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Equivalent Discipline)

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Minimum: 3 years in supplier quality discipline; Six Sigma and Lean methodology; certified preferred

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Preferred: 5+ years in supplier quality discipline; Lean Six Sigma certified; SAP experience preferred but not required

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ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Prior Supplier Quality and/or Supplier Development experience throughout the

lifecycle of products

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FAA Repair Station knowledge is preferred

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Thorough working knowledge with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen events, and Continuous Improvement SPC, and Six Sigma methodologies

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Experience with problem solving methodology such as A3 and 8D

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Experience leading complex projects with remote team members

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Knowledge of manufacturing structures, varied processes, operating practices, and operating budgets.

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Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Job location

Job location

North America, Mexico, Mexico

City (-ies)

Ave. Sierra San Agustín #2498 Col. El Porvenir CP 21185 Mexicali

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Bilingual)