Regional Supplier Quality Engineering Manager (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Regional Supplier Quality Engineering Manager (Aerospace): Developing and overseeing the Supplier Quality Assurance program across the Europe Region with an accent on supplier performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Focus on leading a regional SQE team, driving the closure of Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs), and ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards.

Location: Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR

Company

hirify.global is a performance culture focused on solving interesting technical challenges in the aerospace and manufacturing sectors.

What you will do

• Deploy the global Supplier Quality Strategy across the Europe region to achieve business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Drive timely closure of Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs) and improve supplier QMS and manufacturing processes.
• Manage regional process ownership for APQP and PPAP to ensure successful product launches and transfers.
• Analyze regional supplier quality data to identify systemic issues and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Engineering to resolve complex technical challenges at the supplier level.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Management, with at least 5 years in Supplier Quality Engineering or Supplier Development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred).
• Expertise in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies such as 8D and 5-Why.
• Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Capability Studies, and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
• Deep application of Aerospace Quality Standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001).
• Must be based in or able to work in Tewkesbury, GBR on a hybrid schedule.

Nice to have

• Six Sigma Black Belt or PMP Certification.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification or significant prior auditing experience.
• Knowledge of UK CAA and EASA requirements.
• Experience with IAQG standards.
• Proficiency in advanced statistical software and data analysis tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities for career progression.
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice.
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution from 6%.
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, and EV charging.