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TRIGO ADR Americas • San Jose, California, United States
Salary: $70,000 - $105,000 / year
Role & seniority: Supplier Quality Engineer (senior level; 8+ years in aerospace QA)
Stack/tools: Aerospace QA systems (AS9100, ISO 9001); First Article Inspection (AS9102 FAI); audits (APQP, process/product); MRB; problem solving (PFMEA, RCCA, DOE, SPC, PPAP, APQP, PPAP); metrology and GD&T; quality reporting; supplier development
Conduct and lead supplier audits (AS9100, special processes, APQP, process/product audits) and oversee MRB disposition and corrective actions
Perform on-site root cause analysis, verify effectiveness of corrective actions, and promote continuous improvement techniques (Lean, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, PFMEA)
Develop, maintain and report supplier performance and quality improvement progress; communicate with internal/external stakeholders; support supplier process optimization
8+ years as Quality Engineer in aerospace manufacturing; 5–8 years FAI experience with AS9102
Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, and product/process conventions
5–8 years in ISO 9001 and AS9100 systems; exposure to FAA/EAR/ITAR standards
Experience leading customer audits; excellent communication and project management abilities
ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CQT, CMQ, CSQP) and Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Practical use of quality tools (DOE, FMEA, SPC, RCCA, APQP/PPAP, control plans, MSA, metrology/software)
The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside of the supplier quality organization. The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for executing various supplier quality engineering related activities such as Compliance, Process, and Product Audits, MRB, FAI Witnessing, Review and Sign off, Problem Solving, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Supplier Performance Reporting and other Quality Improvement Activities.
US Citizenship Required: TRIGO ADR AMERICAS can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others.
Environment: Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the SMS team, and external customers.
Other Factors: Typical hours worked are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents Champ Plan Wellness and Health Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances Free wellness initiatives Free tele-health Free and discounted RX Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact) Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment Requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation 401k retirement savings with match Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment 100% match of 1st 3% contribution 50% match of next 2% contribution IMMEDIATE VESTING Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only) Regular Hourly rate for travel time Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll Federal rate Mileage reimbursement when driving personal vehicles on company business Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals $1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS Initial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded) Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employment Pay Range $70,000-105,000 Annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Trigo ADR considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Company Overview TRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo’s team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results. TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions. All qualified candidates will receive consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors. .