Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical)

📋 Description Lead supplier preselection and follow-up audits to assess capability, maturity, and compliance with ICEYE and industry standards. Define and communicate technical and quality requirements to suppliers, ensuring clear understanding and consistency. Monitor supplier performance using metrics like delivery quality, NCR rates, on-time delivery, responsiveness. Manage supplier change requests, part approvals, and configuration control with Engineering and CM teams. Lead supplier part qualification activities prior to production release to ensure compliance. Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks to support continuity of supply and delivery. 🎯 Requirements Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or related) Minimum 3 years in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or similar Strong knowledge of supplier quality management for mechanical parts and assemblies (audits, qualification e.g. FAI/PPAP) Deep understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes (CNC machining, surface treatments, assembly) and inspection methods Experience with non-conformance management, root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa), and CAPA Ability to read mechanical drawings, GD&T, 3D CAD models, specs, material standards, process docs 🎁 Benefits Benefits vary by location; details confirmed during the process Health and wellbeing programs and work-life support Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Support for adjustments during the recruitment process Ongoing professional development and training opportunities