Supplier Quality Engineer

Pay Range: $29.72hr - $34.72hr Job Overview: As a Supplier Quality Engineer, the successful candidate will be the critical link between suppliers and manufacturing operations. The candidate will own the quality of incoming materials and components, manage supplier deviations, support the qualification of hot gas path and post cast processes, and drive continuous improvement within the supply base. This is a high-visibility role where decisions directly impact product reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction. The candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and supplier teams to ensure high-quality standards. Responsibilities: Your days won't be boring - here's a snapshot of the exciting work ahead: Supplier Deviation Request (SDR) Management: Own the end-to-end SDR process - from intake and technical review to dispositioning and closure. Evaluate supplier deviations for engineering acceptability and assess risk to product performance. Collaborate with design engineering, materials, and manufacturing teams to drive timely SDR resolution. Track SDR metrics and identify trends to proactively reduce repeat deviations. Ensure SDR documentation meets regulatory and internal quality standards. Hot Gas Path Qualifications: Assist in the qualification of hot gas path components, ensuring they meet stringent performance and safety requirements. Support post cast qualification activities including dimensional inspections, metallurgical evaluations, and process validation. Review and approve supplier qualification documentation packages. Partner with engineering teams to define qualification criteria. Monitor ongoing supplier performance against qualified process parameters. Supplier Returns & Corrective Actions: Manage the supplier return process for non-conforming materials and components. Conduct root cause analysis investigations in partnership with suppliers. Initiate and track Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) to drive accountability. Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and validate closure of quality escapes. Maintain accurate return and non-conformance records for audit readiness. Additional Quality Engineering Responsibilities: Conduct supplier audits and assessments (on-site and remote) to evaluate quality systems. Support new supplier onboarding and qualification activities. Participate in cross-functional teams for new product introduction (NPI) quality planning. Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives using Six Sigma, 8D, and lean methodologies. Contribute to continuous improvement of internal quality processes and tools. Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) or Supply Chain. Experience: 1+ years in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, or a closely related manufacturing quality role. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills - ability to translate technical findings into actionable supplier feedback. Software: Proficiency with quality data tools (e.g., SAP QM, Minitab, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite. Travel: Willingness to travel to supplier sites as needed (estimated 10% or less). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with investment casting or superalloy materials. Prior experience in gas turbine, aerospace, or power generation industries. Familiarity with GD&T, CMM inspection, and NDE methods. Strong understanding of casting processes, metallurgy, and/or hot gas path component manufacturing. Proven experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA). Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.