Supplier Quality Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Torrance, California, United States; hybrid and on-site position with 25% travel

Salary: $80,000–$125,000 annually

Company

hirify.global's Military Aircraft Group develops aerospace systems and works with external supply chain partners to deliver high-quality, reliable parts.

What you will do

• Conduct supplier assessments and audits to evaluate quality systems and capabilities.
• Manage supplier non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and approve PPAP submissions, control plans, FMEAs, and other supplier documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct root cause analysis, and implement improvement plans.
• Support new product introductions and transitions into production with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Represent hirify.global in supplier meetings and negotiations while driving zero-defect and process-improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or a related subject.
• At least 2 years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a related quality assurance role in aerospace or another regulated industry.
• Experience with quality tools and methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, FMEA, control plans, PPAP, MSA, SPC, APQP, and AS9100.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, aerospace standards, root cause analysis, CAPA, GD&T, and inspection methods.
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to travel 25%.

Nice to have

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, ERP/MRP systems, or statistical analysis software such as Minitab.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification.
• Experience with DFMA, PFMEA, capability analysis, error proofing, APQP, PPAP, and new product introduction.
• Knowledge of AS13000 series, AS9102, AS9103, and AS9145 standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with a performance-focused and collaborative work environment.
• Compensation package with bonus opportunities, 401(k) matching, and employee stock purchase plan participation at select locations.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and relocation assistance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, FSA, and HSA benefits.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, and leadership development programs.
• Torrance site offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.