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Senior Quality Systems Engineer

Hanwha Aerospace USA
Cheshire, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026
Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.

We are seeking a SQE who will be responsible for the Organization’s Supplier Quality Program to drive improvement in the Supply Chain by assuring adequacy in the Suppliers’ Quality Program and Inspection Methods. Additionally, the SQE shall participate in key processes which include Material Review Board, Supplier Audits / Surveillance, issuance of Supplier Corrective Action Requests, and Supplier Performance Rating program. Serve as the primary Supplier Quality focal point for PPAP, FAI, and KPC execution to prevent qualification or compliance issues from impacting production and delivery

Analyze supplier performance data to determine continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supplier performance.

Maintain accurate and current supplier quality records, such as supplier audits, certifications and supplier corrective action responses.

Work with Procurement to define a Supplier Rating program and establish key Supplier Quality Metrics.

Apply demonstrated understanding of the relevant product or customer specifications, flow down documents, procedures, engineering or process drawings and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers.

Lead Supplier Quality Assurance program by utilization of the Supplier Rating Program, key Supplier Quality Metrics, etc.

Enhance current Approved Supplier Listing (ASL) database to ensure full control of suppliers and audit compliance.

Issue, monitor, and maintain Supplier Corrective Action database.

Develop supplier quality policies and procedures as required.

Perform supplier capability and quality/risk assessments.

Government and able to work without restrictions with ITAR related data

~ Bachelors Degree in Engineering or other related field required

~3 years of Quality Experience with prime focus on Supplier Initiatives

~3 years of Supplier Quality Auditing experience

Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level

Demonstrates strong understanding of Quality methods and systems in a manufacturing environment with complete understanding of Root Cause Investigation/Lean Practices and Principles

Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary for dealing with all levels of internal and external suppliers and customers

Exemplary time-management, communication, technical writing, presentation development, facilitation, and organizational skills.

Thorough knowledge of quality methods and systems (statistics, reliability, sampling, and auditing.)

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (Syteline/or Epicor preferred).

Ability to travel up to 30% - Supplier visits / audits (primarily domestic with potential for international)

Physical capability is evaluated through a post-offer, pre-employment Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), which assesses an individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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