Quality Engineer Supply Chain
Pilatus is hiring a Quality Engineer Supply Chain to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for upholding and enhancing the quality of supplies from North American suppliers, in line with Pilatus contractual agreements. This role is pivotal in auditing suppliers, monitoring and resolving quality issues, and implementing strategies to boost supplier performance to support production and customer satisfaction. This position requires proactive, on-site engagements and the capacity to respond swiftly and remain onsite as needed. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd!
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Supplier Quality and Performance Management
- Conducts thorough audits and periodic reviews of supplier operations to ensure compliance with Pilatus standards
- Actively monitors, analyzes, and resolves supplier quality issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions
- Manages risk assessments and evaluations of supplier capabilities to anticipate and mitigate potential issues
- Approves and renews qualifications for aerospace suppliers, maintaining Pilatus standards
Supplier Relationship Management
- Develops and sustains strong, productive relationships with suppliers to enhance communication and collaboration
- Facilitates ongoing supplier development tasks and supports suppliers in achieving compliance with Pilatus quality requirements
- Provides support and direction in the approval of new aerospace suppliers for FAA CFR Part 21, 145, AS9100 norm and EASA Part-21 regulations
Strategic and Operational Support
- Implements supply chain strategies, contributes to process improvements, and participates in special projects to optimize operations