Supplier Quality Engineer (apqp), Mid - level Or Senior

Supplier Quality Engineer (APQP), Mid-Level or Senior

The Boeing Company is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Seattle, WA. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Mid-Level and Senior Level Engineers. This position will lead development & application of AS9145 / Advanced Product Quality Planning in the Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) Supply base in the Pacific Northwest region of the U.S.

This position requires on-site support of multiple suppliers. The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at supplier facilities. The candidate must reside in Seattle/Puget Sound area and work from home when not traveling to supplier sites and/or Boeing facilities. While the position will focus primarily on suppliers based in the Pacific Northwest, supplier support and travel to other regions of the U.S. may be necessary on occasion to support program needs and to balance team capacity.

Position Responsibilities

Lead preventive quality projects in the supply base including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and associated processes per the requirements of AS9145. Leads stakeholders in analysis of product & process data, develop and implement preventive actions to ensure delivery of products that meet customer requirements. Document work status and effectively communicate project status to management and key stakeholders. Advise management and intercompany cross functional teams of risk to program schedule and deliverables. Contribute to the development and continual improvement of associated processes and procedures. Works under minimal direction Ability to travel up to 40% to supplier sites and Boeing facilities.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Candidates must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance. Ability to travel up to 40% to supplier sites and Boeing facilities. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) implementation within a supply base. Proficiency in the use of advanced quality tools such as Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, DFMEA, PFMEA, Measurement Systems Analysis, and Manufacturing Process Capability Assessments. Ability to interpret GD&T, read blueprints and digital product definition models. Experience in a quality, engineering and/or manufacturing environment. Possess a valid Driver's License and have the use of a personal vehicle to travel for business reasons to meet suppliers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication & presentation skills

Target Years of Experience

Mid-Level (Level 3): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. 3 or more years' experience in the application of APQP and PPAP within a supply base 3 years' experience in engineering/manufacturing/quality field (quality engineering, industrial engineering, design engineering, manufacturing engineering) Senior (Level 4): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. 5 or more years' experience in the application of APQP and PPAP within a supply base 5 or more years' experience in engineering/manufacturing/quality field (quality engineering, industrial engineering, design engineering, manufacturing engineering)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Experience implementing APQP within the aerospace and defense industry Experience in technical training and/or coaching Experience leading a multi-disciplined teams including internal customers and suppliers Experience working with Quality Standards in the Aviation Industry such as AS9100, AS6500 Experience in a wide range of product categories and/or commodities (i.e. mechanical, electrical, assemblies, systems etc.) Six Sigma Black Belt or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certification