Supplier Quality Engineer

About ISC Established in 1971, ISC began building custom power cables & assemblies for Gateway, Kingston, and Xerox. With over 50 years of manufacturing experience, ISC is capable of meeting tight deadlines and changing forecasts while maintaining quality. Our products are in use worldwide in commercial and military aircraft, lifesaving medical devices, weapon systems, inflight entertainment, power systems, and countless commercial, industrial & computer applications. Our facility is environmentally controlled, engineered for manufacturing flexibility, includes dedicated assembly labs for isolated program management, and a cleanroom facility. With dedicated professionals and assemblers regularly operating two full shifts, ISC operates with the most current high-speed tooling, material handling, and test equipment.Job Overview The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) ensures the quality and performance of externally sourced materials and components used in production, including connectors, cables, and electromechanical assemblies. This role owns supplier quality end-to-end, from incoming material issues and MRB disposition to supplier corrective actions and long-term performance improvement.The SQE acts as the primary quality interface with suppliers and partners closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Receiving to ensure materials meet requirements and flow efficiently into production. This is a hands-on role focused on preventing nonconforming material from entering production, resolving supplier quality issues quickly, and improving supplier performance over time.What You'll DoSupplier Quality Ownership & Interface: Act as the primary quality interface with suppliers for nonconforming material, deviations, and corrective actionsDrive supplier accountability for quality performance and compliance with requirementsConduct supplier audits (remote and on-site) and verify implementation of corrective actionsSupport qualification and approval of new suppliers and supplier process changesPartner with Procurement and Engineering to manage supplier relationships and escalationsIncoming Quality & MRB ManagementOwn supplier-related MRB activity, including containment, disposition, and resolution of nonconforming materialEnsure timely disposition of MRB items to support production flow and inventory readinessCollaborate with Receiving, Warehouse, and Inspection teams to ensure proper containment and handling of defective materialSupport development and execution of incoming inspection plans and inspection training as neededProblem Solving & Corrective ActionLead supplier root cause investigations using structured methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, and FishboneDrive Supplier Corrective and Preventive Actions (SCAR/CAPA) and ensure effectiveness of containment and long-term fixesEscalate recurring or systemic supplier issues and drive resolution to closureEnsure timely and data-driven responses from suppliersSupplier Performance ManagementDevelop and maintain supplier scorecards and performance metricsSupport and lead supplier QBRs and performance reviewsIdentify supplier performance gaps and drive improvement actions in partnership with ProcurementContribute to supplier segmentation and performance-based management strategiesQuality Systems & ComplianceSupport the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO, AS9100, FAA, FDA, and other applicable standardsEnsure supplier compliance with internal requirements and customer flow-downsParticipate in internal and external audits and ensure corrective actions are sustainedSupport development of supplier control plans and quality requirements across the product lifecycleCross-Functional ExecutionPartner closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Receiving to resolve supplier quality issuesEnsure rapid flow of acceptable material into inventory while preventing nonconforming material from entering productionSupport continuous improvement initiatives across supplier and incoming quality processesMust-Have QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)3+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering or Quality Engineering in a manufacturing environmentExperience working with suppliers in a regulated industry (AS9100, ISO, automotive, medical, industrial, etc.)Experience managing supplier nonconformance, MRB, or incoming quality processesStrong working knowledge of 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone root cause analysis methodologiesStrong cross-functional communication and collaboration skillsBonus Points If You HaveExperience with AS9100 / AS9102 and supplier qualification processes (APQP/PPAP where applicable)Experience building supplier scorecards and conducting QBRsExperience performing or supporting supplier auditsFamiliarity with cable/harness, connectors, or electromechanical componentsExperience in fast-paced or high-mix manufacturing environmentsExperience using ERP systems for quality or supplier trackingCompensation Range$98,000 - $105,000/year + bonusWe are committed to a high-performance culture of ownership, responsibility, and accountability, which will lead to breakthrough results in service for our customers and highly motivated employees.ISC is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.Export Control Requirements (ITAR): This position requires access to controlled technical data. In accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, applicants must be a “U.S. Person,” which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, or asylees, or otherwise be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.#J-18808-Ljbffr