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We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society. Job Summary Nidec Aerospace is seeking a qualified Electronic Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) in Aerospace, responsible for ensuring that electronic components and assemblies sourced from suppliers meet stringent aerospace quality and reliability standards. This role involves supplier selection and qualification, process audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply base, with a strong focus on PCBA manufacturing and compliance with AS9100D and IPC standards Class 3. Job Description The individual is responsible for Lead the supplier approval process, conduct the quality systems audit process on site to include follow up and closure of open items discovered during audits. Qualify new suppliers and assess their manufacturing capabilities aligned with Design Engineers for aerospace requirements. Lead cross-functional between suppliers and designers for driving resolution to quality issues Conduct process audits and monitor supplier performance against AS9100D standards and AS9145 APQP-PPAP. Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement. Quality Issue Resolution: Serve as the primary contact for supplier quality issues, drive root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions using tools like 8D and Six Sigma methodology. Define and execute quality processes for incoming aerospace-grade electronic parts. Manage Incoming Inspection and source inspection activities. Ensure suppliers meet aerospace design and AS9100 quality requirements and IPC standards. Identify risks in the aerospace supply chain and implement mitigation strategies. Drive reliability improvements throughout the aerospace product lifecycle Lead or support root cause analysis for supplier-related defects. Monitor and verify effectiveness of supplier’s quality improvements. Follow up closely First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 with suppliers Maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and review supplier documentation, including quality records and traceability. Support quality team (QE/APQP) Ability, willingness to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice Assist suppliers to maintain 100% PPAP compliance for all pre-preproduction builds and production builds. Technical Attributes and Experience Proficiency in PCBA manufacturing processes including SMT, THT and Boc Build. Familiarity with IPC-610 standards, Class 3 products and aerospace-grade electronic testing methods. Experience with design reviews and supplier quality management including ME, QE for driving resolution to quality issues Working knowledge of FMEA, APQP- PPAP, 8D, and other aerospace quality methodologies. Strong problem-solving and data analysis capabilities. Experience conducting third-party audits and interpreting quality metrics in aerospace environments. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal teams and external aerospace suppliers. Bilingual: Spanish and English proficient PREFERRED: Prior and demonstrable strong experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or supplier development within the aerospace electronics or PCBA industry. In-depth knowledge of AS9100D, AS9145 and AS9102 standards. Minimum Requirements (proficiency levels aligned to job level) Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent aerospace industry experience may be considered. 5+ tears of component or assembly plant experience supporting Mechanical, Electrical , electronics or similar in SQE, NPI Minimum 10 years of proven experience in a technical leadership role, preferably specialized in PCBAs, Box Build and testing Willingness and documentation to travel (American visa and Passport) Additional Job Details Technical – T4 Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with major impact on departmental or job family results, using extensive technical principles • Seasoned technical contributor; works under limited supervision • Works independently on a wide range of moderately complex projects and may be responsible for entire projects or processes within team • May contribute to the development of goals and planning efforts for the department Communication & Influence • Communicates with senior leadership and employees within and outside of department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area • Influences employees within the business unit to agree and align on new concepts, practices and approaches Innovation & Complexity • Responsible for moderate to significant improvements of technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team • Problems are moderately complex, requiring application of broad and deep experience and technical expertise, and may impact multiple departments and/or job family Leadership & Talent Management • Coaches, reviews and delegates work to other professionals • Manages end-to-end projects or processes Knowledge & Experience • Requires extensive (deep or broad) technical knowledge of specialty area with cross-functional and working knowledge of industry practices/other areas, typically obtained through advanced education and strong experience • Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: Work Shift Schedule Day Shift (Mexico) No Soliciting Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team. Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.