Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer - MilitaryVehicles - 6-12 months Contract Location: Rustington, UK CoreHours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon – Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri) Vacancy Type:Full-time, Contract (6-12 months), On-site. Salary: £25-£35 perhour - Outside IR35 JOB SUMMARY If you are meticulous andpassionate Supplier Quality Engineer, you may be the person we arelooking for to fill this unique and challenging role! Working withthe Quality Team, the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will haveextensive supplier development experience within the defence sectoror similar and relevant environment. The role is demanding andincludes a significant element of supplier development andimprovement activity within the supply chain. MAIN JOB DUTIES -Strong knowledge of supplier development techniques and execution.- Understanding and interpretation of Mechanical and Electricalengineering drawings. - Lead and undertake supplier audits andreport on Key Performance Indicators through objective assessmentsof supply chain performance and product quality. - Review suppliermanufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers on processimprovement and value enhancement opportunities. - Assist in thesupplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technologycapabilities and Health, Safety and Environmental risks. - Carryoutand coach the supplier base in Material Review Boards, Root CauseCorrective Action, Non-Conformance Management, design, anddevelopment phases of programmes and support the link betweenGoods-In and the relevant manufacturing facility. - Work withinhouse Engineering, Design and Manufacturing departments to defineprocess parameters ensuring that supplier process capability iseffective to meet design intent. - Support the Product IntroductionManagement process to ensure that the supplier chain can meets therequired standards. - Knowledge and experience of coaching anddeveloping internal and external stakeholders in Quality AssuranceTools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, First Article InspectionReports and Part Submission Warrants. - Working knowledge ofISO9001:2015, ISO14001:2015, ISO45001:2018 and Defence AQAP’s. -Knowledge of measurement techniques including Metrology, InspectionMethods, and Equipment. The above statements are not intended to bean exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL - Strong knowledge and experience of supplierdevelopment techniques - Proven history with in Defence orAutomotive of supply chain management DESIRABLE - HND/HNC inmanufacturing/engineering or relevant experience - Strong androbust team player who can identify issues, self-starter and canprovide tangible benefit to the product, process, and service. -Ability to understand the issue and push through action plans toclosure, using effective communication skills WHAT DO WE DO AT NPAEROSPACE? NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technologymanufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance,lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry. Ourmission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be aleading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers'complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity,and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture. Our extensive rangeof combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, andshields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the mostadvanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineersworking on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highlyengineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of theworld’s largest defence organisations. Founded in 1926, NPAerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years,evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our BusinessDevelopment team is expanding both in the UK and North America. Doyou want to know more? Visit our LinkedIn page to find out moreabout us! Please note: If successful, you will be required to signthe Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checksbefore you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace. EqualOpportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equalopportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcomeapplications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race,colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexualorientation, or any other legally protected status. All employmentdecisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community andactively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP,Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants.Personal information provided during the application process willbe treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicabledata protection laws.
