Quality Assurance Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Quality Assurance Engineer to support supplier quality initiatives. In this role, you will implement best-in-class quality tools and processes to ensure suppliers are prepared to meet program requirements and deliver first-time quality. You will be responsible for analyzing defect trends, leading root cause and corrective action investigations, and driving continuous improvement efforts across the supply base. This position requires a proactive, analytical problem solver with strong communication and collaboration skills to engage both internal teams and external suppliers.

Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement tools and processes to ensure supplier readiness and alignment with program quality standards.

Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues by analyzing defect trends and leading rapid Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities.

Support the execution of supply chain strategies that align with established Supplier Quality goals and objectives.

Partner with Category and Supplier Quality teams to support SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request), audit, FAI (First Article Inspection), change management, and risk management processes.

Conduct or support on-site or remote supplier visits to drive tactical improvements and ensure compliance with program expectations.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supplier leadership during business reviews to analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and implement corrective measures.

Assist with the deployment of AS9145: APQP/PPAP processes across the supply base to mitigate risks and ensure consistency.

Contribute to Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives within the supplier quality function.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, or a related engineering discipline.

Proficiency with best-in-class manufacturing principles, zero-defect strategies, and quality control methodologies.

Expert knowledge of 8D problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.

Strong verbal, written, and analytical communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Project management and stakeholder engagement skills in dynamic environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Familiarity with AS9145: APQP/PPAP, AS9100, NADCAP, and special process requirements.

Working knowledge of IPC-A-600 or equivalent standards.

RCCA expertise and a strong background in driving supplier-related quality improvements.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.