Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer - Defence & Aerospace

Role & responsibilities

• Working towards new product development at supplier (Fabrication, Forging, machining, Sheet metal, Injection molding, casting, rubber, sub-assembly and other standard BOPs) using APQP FAI, and PPAP, resulting in 100% RFT (Right First Time).
• Ensuring localization of parts as per the PLR systems Quality requirements
• Supplier assessment and understanding of the audit process including types of audits, planning, preparation, execution, reporting results, and follow-up. Devising the supplier development strategy, designing the metrics for supplier performance.
• Supporting the SCM functions through supplier approval process by assessing the manufacturing technology
• Participating in the new product launches through FAI/PPAP approval. Checking the suppliers manufacturing processes; collaborate with them for process improvement and technology upgradation.
• Practical knowledge of handing of non-conformance products. Proficient in implementation of techniques like Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) techniques, 7QC Tools, PPAP, SPC, Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, PFMEA, etc.
• Change implementation at supplier end in coordination with Engineering function
• Strong knowledge about Quality standards & Quality management system
• Functional knowledge of Quality instruments/equipments i.e coordinate measuring machine, Magnetic practical inspection, Video measuring machine, hardness testing, contour tracer etc
• Understanding of weapon assembly, chemical and mechanical testing of raw materials is advantage

Preferred candidate profile

Must:

• BE /Diploma in Mechanical

Must:

• Minimum of 3-5 years related experience
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in Plant & Manufacturing Industries
• Working Experience in Defence Sector