Supplier Quality Systems Engineer

TL;DR

Supplier Quality Systems Engineer: Define, build, and scale supplier quality and supply chain systems with an accent on translating manufacturing and operational needs into scalable digital workflows and tools. Focus on implementing QMS software, designing internal tools, and driving data visibility for performance metrics.

On-site in Austin, Texas

Company

Scaling defense technology company building supplier quality and supply chain operations from the ground up.

What you will do

• Define and execute roadmap for supplier quality systems and supply chain infrastructure.
• Translate operational needs into system requirements and workflows.
• Partner with software teams to scope and implement custom tools.
• Evaluate and deploy off-the-shelf solutions like QMS and supplier management tools.
• Build processes for supplier qualification, performance management, nonconformance, and corrective actions.
• Drive reporting and continuous improvement based on feedback and scaling needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field
• 4+ years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, supply chain systems, or related roles
• Experience with QMS and supply chain software platforms
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality processes (qualification, audits, SCAR/CAPA, performance management)
• Ability to translate needs into software requirements
• Pragmatic problem-solving in fast-paced scaling environments