Supply Chain Quality Management Specialist

About the role

The Supply Chain Quality Management Specialist will execute day‑to‑day supplier quality activities for the mechanical commodity group, covering investment casting, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, electronics and standard parts. The role focuses on First Article Inspection (FAI) review, SCAR tracking and supplier performance data.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and review FAI packages per AS9102, verify dimensional reports, material and special‑process certifications, flag non‑conformances and maintain the FAI status tracker.
• Log, distribute and track Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) through closure, follow up on root‑cause analysis (8D) and maintain the SCAR database.
• Maintain quality records and traceability documentation in line with AS9100D, support internal and customer audits, and coordinate non‑conformance disposition.
• Support supplier Quarterly Business Reviews and Supplier Improvement Plans for under‑performing suppliers.
• Run department reports, compile KPI‑linked monthly reports and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Maintain supplier quality risk flags, DPPM, on‑time delivery and audit‑status data.

Required profile

• 5‑7 years of supplier/supply chain quality experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of AS9102 and AS9100D requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering or related field.
• Experience with SAP/Ariba or equivalent ERP platforms.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is a strong advantage.

Required skills

• AS9102 (FAI) and AS9100D standards
• Investment casting, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication processes
• Electronics and standard parts quality management
• SAP and Ariba ERP systems
• Root‑cause analysis (8D) and SCAR administration