Supplier Quality Engineer
Description✓Hours: 08:00-16:35 [Mon–Thu] 08:00-15:10 [Fri]
✓Vacancy Type: Fixed Term, Full-time & some hybrid working [subject to operational needs]
✓Pay: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum + Discretionary Bonus + Benefits
✓JOB SUMMARY
✓If you are meticulous and have a passion for Supplier Quality, you may be the person we are looking for to fill this unique and challenging role!
✓Working with the Quality Team, the Supplier Quality Engineer [SQE] will have extensive supplier development experience within the defence sector or similar and relevant production environment Supplier Quality Assurance skills
✓The role is demanding and includes a significant element of supplier development and improvement activity within the supply chain.
✓The is currently a Fixed Term Appointment but has the potential to be made permanent.
✓
✓WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?
✓NP Aerospace is a global armour technology manufacturer and vehicle integrator with high performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.
✓Our mission is to be the best at delivering products and services that bring our loved one's home and this is firmly embedded in our culture.
✓Our range of combat proven body armour from ballistic helmets, plates and shields to bomb disposal suits contains some of the most advanced composite materials and we have a team of R&D engineers working to develop next generation solutions
✓Our expertise also extends to highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.
✓NP Aerospace was originally established in 1926 and has served the defence industry for over 40 years, growing into an agile and diverse company with an expanding Business Development team both in the UK and North America.
✓Do you want to work for a company which develops products that make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!
✓
✓BENEFITS
✓* Discretionary Half Year Bonus
✓* Hybrid Working
✓* Flexible working hours
✓* Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
✓* Two weeks paid leave for Reservists to attend yearly training/camp
✓* Pension – Employer 3% and Employee 5% contribution
✓* Life Cover – 3 x base salary
✓* BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
✓Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.
✓
✓MAIN JOB DUTIES
✓* Strong knowledge of supplier development techniques and execution.
✓* Understanding and interpretation of Mechanical and Electrical engineering drawings.
✓* Lead and undertake supplier audits and report on Key Performance Indicators through objective assessments of supply chain performance and product quality.
✓* Review supplier manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities.
✓* Assist in the supplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technology capabilities and Health, Safety and Environmental risks.
✓* Carryout and coach the supplier base in Material Review Boards, Root Cause Corrective Action, Non-Conformance Management, design, and development phases of programmes and support the link between Goods-In and the relevant manufacturing facility.
✓* Work with inhouse Engineering, Design and Manufacturing departments to define process parameters ensuring that supplier process capability is effective to meet design intent.
✓* Support the Product Introduction Management process to ensure that the supplier chain can meets the required standards.
✓* Knowledge and experience of coaching and developing internal and external stakeholders in Quality Assurance Tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, First Article Inspection Reports and Part Submission Warrants.
✓* Working knowledge of ISO9001:2015, ISO14001:2015, ISO45001:2018 and Defence AQAP’s.
✓* Knowledge of measurement techniques including Metrology, Inspection Methods, and Equipment.
✓The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.
✓
✓EXPERIENCE
✓ESSENTIAL
✓* Strong knowledge and experience of supplier development techniques
✓* Proven history with in Defence or Automotive of supply chain management
✓DESIRABLE
✓* HND/HNC in manufacturing/engineering or relevant experience
✓* Strong and robust team player who can identify issues, self-starter and can provide tangible benefit to the product, process, and service.
✓* Ability to understand the issue and push through action plans to closure, using effective communication skills Show more →
✓Vacancy Type: Fixed Term, Full-time & some hybrid working [subject to operational needs]
✓Pay: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum + Discretionary Bonus + Benefits
✓JOB SUMMARY
✓If you are meticulous and have a passion for Supplier Quality, you may be the person we are looking for to fill this unique and challenging role!
✓Working with the Quality Team, the Supplier Quality Engineer [SQE] will have extensive supplier development experience within the defence sector or similar and relevant production environment Supplier Quality Assurance skills
✓The role is demanding and includes a significant element of supplier development and improvement activity within the supply chain.
✓The is currently a Fixed Term Appointment but has the potential to be made permanent.
✓
✓WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?
✓NP Aerospace is a global armour technology manufacturer and vehicle integrator with high performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.
✓Our mission is to be the best at delivering products and services that bring our loved one's home and this is firmly embedded in our culture.
✓Our range of combat proven body armour from ballistic helmets, plates and shields to bomb disposal suits contains some of the most advanced composite materials and we have a team of R&D engineers working to develop next generation solutions
✓Our expertise also extends to highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.
✓NP Aerospace was originally established in 1926 and has served the defence industry for over 40 years, growing into an agile and diverse company with an expanding Business Development team both in the UK and North America.
✓Do you want to work for a company which develops products that make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!
✓
✓BENEFITS
✓* Discretionary Half Year Bonus
✓* Hybrid Working
✓* Flexible working hours
✓* Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
✓* Two weeks paid leave for Reservists to attend yearly training/camp
✓* Pension – Employer 3% and Employee 5% contribution
✓* Life Cover – 3 x base salary
✓* BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
✓Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.
✓
✓MAIN JOB DUTIES
✓* Strong knowledge of supplier development techniques and execution.
✓* Understanding and interpretation of Mechanical and Electrical engineering drawings.
✓* Lead and undertake supplier audits and report on Key Performance Indicators through objective assessments of supply chain performance and product quality.
✓* Review supplier manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities.
✓* Assist in the supplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technology capabilities and Health, Safety and Environmental risks.
✓* Carryout and coach the supplier base in Material Review Boards, Root Cause Corrective Action, Non-Conformance Management, design, and development phases of programmes and support the link between Goods-In and the relevant manufacturing facility.
✓* Work with inhouse Engineering, Design and Manufacturing departments to define process parameters ensuring that supplier process capability is effective to meet design intent.
✓* Support the Product Introduction Management process to ensure that the supplier chain can meets the required standards.
✓* Knowledge and experience of coaching and developing internal and external stakeholders in Quality Assurance Tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, First Article Inspection Reports and Part Submission Warrants.
✓* Working knowledge of ISO9001:2015, ISO14001:2015, ISO45001:2018 and Defence AQAP’s.
✓* Knowledge of measurement techniques including Metrology, Inspection Methods, and Equipment.
✓The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.
✓
✓EXPERIENCE
✓ESSENTIAL
✓* Strong knowledge and experience of supplier development techniques
✓* Proven history with in Defence or Automotive of supply chain management
✓DESIRABLE
✓* HND/HNC in manufacturing/engineering or relevant experience
✓* Strong and robust team player who can identify issues, self-starter and can provide tangible benefit to the product, process, and service.
✓* Ability to understand the issue and push through action plans to closure, using effective communication skills Show more →
Features
- ✓Discretionary Bonuses + Benefits