Supplier Quality Engineer 020765 - *FAA COVERED* (1046)

Description Korry Electronics, a subsidiary of Esterline, is the internationally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of electro-optical display products, subsystems and discrete components for the aerospace and defense industries. We are a cutting-edge, industry pacesetter in many technologies (such as Night Vision and LED) that drive advances in critical applications for man-machine interfaces. We currently have an opening for a Supplier Quality Engineer **FAA Covered**. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and communicate expectations for supplier quality performance, continuous improvement, quality systems, process controls infrastructure for high leverage/critical sustaining parts and new products sourced to contract manufacturers. Responsible for evaluating supplier performance and taking action to improve the cost effectiveness and cycle times associated with supplied products. Perform and coordinate supplier surveys for both quality systems and process controls. Must possess the technical competence and initiative to independently develop inspection plans for receiving inspection; perform surveys/audits and inspection tasks at supplier's facilities. Function as a liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and provide technical support. Some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization.  REQUIREMENTS: Complete understanding and application of Supplier Quality principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full knowledge of Aerospace industry regulations and practices. 6 years of Supplier Quality Engineering plus BA degree in Engineering or 4 years of Supplier Quality Engineering experience plus an MBA degree. PREFERRED: ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA) Ability to set up risk mitigations with suppliers The position for which you applied is considered a 'covered' position. Any person who is performing a FAA-mandated safety-sensitive function; aircraft maintenance or preventative maintenance duties, is subject to pre-employment FAA Drug and Alcohol testing and placed in our random, on-going testing pool. Specifically, you will be pre-employment tested for the following drugs: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines. If chosen for the position, you will be placed in our on-going random testing pool that tests for the following drugs: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), amphetamines, and alcohol.   PEOPLE make it happen at Korry. Our success is built on a philosophy that encourages personal growth, involvement and individual commitment in a team environment. Korry offers many exciting benefits including educational support, three flexible weeks off during your first year of employment, a subsidized ride to work, and the opportunity to work with the best people in the business. Salary history will be required during the hiring process. Korry Electronics is an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug/alcohol free workplace. Some Korry jobs require employees to work with or around chemicals or materials used in the manufacture of our products. Some of these chemicals or materials might affect individuals who are prone to skin sensitization, allergic respiratory reactions, eczema, asthmatic-type conditions, and chronic bronchitis, and other chronic respiratory diseases. You might wish to consult with a doctor regarding employment in these types of positions.Apply here: http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=172858&company_id=15888&jobboardid=24Esterline is an Equal Opportunity Employer