Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer - Aerospace

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of externally sourced components and materials used in Parker Hannifin’s aerospace products. This role leads supplier quality strategy across the product lifecycle—from supplier selection and development through new product introduction (NPI), industrialization, and sustaining production—to meet stringent aerospace regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.

You will partner with Procurement, Engineering, Program Management, Operations, and Compliance teams to build a resilient supply base, prevent defects at the source, and drive continuous improvement using data-driven methods and industry standards.

Why This Role Matters

In aerospace, Quality is inseparable from Safety and Reliability. As a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at Parker Hannifin, you ensure that every component meets exacting standards, enabling on-time launches, regulatory compliance, and customer trust—while continuously improving the performance and resilience of our global supply base.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Quality Strategy and Governance
• Develop and execute supplier quality plans aligned to program requirements, risk, and business objectives.
• Define incoming quality requirements, inspection strategies, and control plans for high-risk commodities and special processes.
• Establish measurable supplier performance targets (PPM, on-time delivery, SCAR cycle time etc..) and lead improvement plans.
• Supplier Selection and Development
• Perform supplier risk assessments covering capability, capacity, quality systems, and compliance (ITAR/Export Controls).
• Lead Parker ZDP (Zero Defect Programs) supplier development initiatives, coaching on APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and SPC.
• Conduct due diligence and qualification audits (AS9100/ISO9001, NADCAP special processes).
• New Product Introduction (NPI) and Industrialization
• Drive APQP per AS9145 & AS13100, ensuring robust process validation (PPAP, FAIR/FAI per AS9102).
• Review and approve manufacturing process documentation, control plans, PFMEAs, MSA (GR&R), and capability studies.
• Facilitate design for manufacturability and quality (DFM/DFA), tolerance analysis, and special characteristics (KPVs) management.
• Production Support and Escalation Management
• Lead RCCA using 8D/A3/DMAIC; implement containment, corrective and preventive actions.
• Initiate and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), verify effectiveness, and prevent recurrence.
• Support nonconforming material control, disposition, and supplier chargebacks.
• Compliance and Audit
• Plan and conduct process and system audits, track findings for timely closure.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, NADCAP, and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA as applicable).
• Manage quality clause (QCODES) flow-down and contract review, ensuring traceability and configuration control.
• Data, Analytics, and Reporting
• Monitor supplier performance dashboards; analyze trends and variation to drive improvements.
• Report program KPIs and risk status to leadership; create data-driven business cases for sourcing and recovery actions.
• Use statistical tools to validate improvements and maintain process capability indices.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Communication
• Serve as the quality liaison to suppliers and internal stakeholders; lead technical reviews and quality gates during Work Transfer Process.
• Support make/buy decisions with risk and cost-of-quality insights.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices across the supply chain.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Materials, or related)
• 6 years of Quality Engineering experience required
• Proven expertise with AS9100/ISO9001; strong working knowledge of AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), AS9102 (FAI), PFMEA, control plans, SPC, and MSA
• experience supporting or interacting with suppliers and special processes (e.g., heat treatment, plating, welding, composites); familiarity with NADCAP requirements
• Demonstrated success leading root cause analysis (8D/A3/DMAIC) and implementing sustainable corrective actions
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, material specifications, and inspection standards
• Proficiency with statistical analysis and quality tools (Cp/Cpk, control charts, sampling plans)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS) or relevant certifications (ASQ CQE/CQA, AS9100 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt).
• Experience with aerospace commodities such as hydraulic components, seals, actuators, fluid conveyance, electronics/PCBA, and complex machined parts.
• 3 years in Supplier Quality or highly regulated industries; automotive experience a plus
• Working knowledge of export controls (ITAR/EAR) and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Experience with dimensional metrology (CMM, vision systems), NDT, and advanced inspection methods. Hands on experience with measurement tools a plus.
• Background in design quality or manufacturing engineering supporting DFM/DFA
  
  

Core Competencies

• Quality Leadership: Sets standards, influences suppliers, and drives accountability.
• Technical Depth: Applies advanced problem-solving and statistical methods.
• Risk Management: Anticipates issues, prioritizes mitigations, and executes recovery plans.
• Continuous Improvement: Uses Lean/Six Sigma to reduce variation and cost of poor quality.
• Collaboration: Builds strong relationships across functions and with suppliers.
• Agility: Operates effectively in dynamic, schedule-driven aerospace programs.
  
  

Travel and Work Conditions

• Travel to supplier sites, audits, and program reviews: typically, 25–40%, depending on program phase and supplier location.
• Work may include time on manufacturing floors, inspection areas, and test labs; adherence to safety protocols required.
• Occasional off-hours support for supplier escalations and program milestones.
  
  

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan
  
  

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
• Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
• This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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