Job ID: JOB_ID_9545
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quality Engineer to own supplier quality for PCB/PCBA in defense programs, from design through production scale. This is a critical role that ensures the integrity and reliability of our electronic components within demanding defense applications.
What You’ll Do:
- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) with engineering teams and define product requirements, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), drawings, and test specifications.
- Qualify and develop suppliers, leading rigorous processes such as Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and First Article Inspection (FAI).
- Manage and scale builds from prototype stages to full production, ensuring smooth transitions and efficient manufacturing.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance, focusing on cost, quality, and delivery metrics to maintain high standards.
- Lead corrective actions, including Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA), ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO, and ITAR regulations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing, with a strong background in electronics/Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS).
- Solid understanding of PCB/PCBA, with a preference for experience in aerospace/defense industries.
- Demonstrated experience with PPAP, FAI, IPC standards, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% for supplier audits and on-site support.
Nice to Have:
- Advanced degree in a relevant field.
- Experience with Six Sigma or Lean methodologies.
- Expertise in testing and inspection, including automated inspection techniques.
- Familiarity with tools such as SAP, Teamcenter, Altium, and Jira.
One-Liner:
Lead supplier quality for complex electronics, driving build readiness, compliance, and scale.
Special Requirements
~50% travel, AS9100/ISO/ITAR compliance, defense programs
Compensation & Location
Salary: $120,000 – $160,000 per year
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: Defense Programs
Email: ul.mishra@sibitalent.com
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