Supplier Quality Engineer

Description

Lead visits at key supplier sites to analyze performance issues, and coordinate improvement strategies inclusive of PO alignment, process improvements and quality system improvements

Expedite all critical parts at critical suppliers to clear all roadblocks and ensure zero disruption to the production line

Work with the supplier to establish a back to PO plan through harmonized lines of balance and ensure a daily follow up

Align with all key internal stakeholders and prepare a clear mandate for the supplier intervention, regularly follow up on the mandate and ensure a smooth handover.

Identify supplier improvement and risk mitigation opportunities at key supplier sites and manage these improvement activities.

Drive execution of supplier performance improvement plans and interface with internal and external partners to collaboratively pursue solutions and closure of action plans.

Work closely with Procurement, Quality, and Operations stakeholders to create supplier development plans centered on quality, delivery, capacity and supplier process capability.

Provide regular feedback to all relevant stakeholders on supplier support progress through

Effectively communicates to internal and external groups and ensure appropriate escalation.

Conduct a very thorough capacity / capability onsite review at the supplier and establish a clear action plan to address all the gaps

Coordinate your own work travel plans by doing the reservation, follow up, expense claim and financial review.

Skills

Supplier quality, Quality assurance, Root cause analysis, Quality control, Audit

Additional Skills & Qualifications

You hold a Bachelor's degree in Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations management or equivalent experience.

You have a minimum of ten (10) years experience.

You must be ready to travel up to 70% of the time.

You have strong manufacturing and production knowledge and experience.

You have experience working with sub-tiers.

You are extremely independent and able to work with new supplier with minimal information.

You have experience in project planning and coordination involving several sectors.

Your computer skills in MS Power point, Excel and Word are expert level.

You are able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize.

You have a strong sense of ethics and are customer focused.

You have a good analytical, planning, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

You have operational and financial management knowledge (asset).

You understand the business relationship & dynamics between the Supplier and Bombardier.

You have strong communication skills and good knowledge of BA system.

You are fluent in English (spoken and written).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Boston,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $60 - $80