Supplier Quality Engineer

Collaborate with Purchasing to schedule and lead supplier assessments including qualification, approval and certification processes for supplier selection, improvement and/or disqualification. Drive improvement in Supplier Performance (Quality and OTD). Provide recommendations for design and/or inspection improvements.  Manage Supplier Non-conformances and Corrective Actions.

Assess/Witness performance of non-destructive examinations as required (magnaflux, fluorescent dye penetrant, material hardness, etc.). Witness and inspect functional test both in house and at suppliers’ facilities.

Collect, manage and report on metrics associated with Supplier Performance.

Location: Aston, PA 

We Take of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenges

Perform internal audits and maintain processes and procedures.

Leads RCCA efforts and drives continuous improvement culture.

Performs functions necessary to support (and backup) all Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. (Material Review Board, Corrective Action Board, Configuration Control Board)

Additional responsibilities as assigned to support Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and General Business functions.

What You Bring

Bachelor of Science Engineering Degree (or Technical Equivalent)

3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance, Process Improvement functions with demonstrated results.

Possess a strong working knowledge and aptitude of quality and material requirements including (but not limited to) First Article Inspections (FAI), Material Certifications, Shelf Life, AWS Welding/Brazing, Specialty Metals, Non-destructive testing (MPT, LPT, RT, VT, and UT), and Special Processes (plating, coating, passivation, heat treatment).

Ability to interpret and inspect drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Well versed in ISO 9001, AS 9100, Military/US Navy Quality standards, and all applicable FAR/DFAR material requirements.  Proficient in PC-based programs such as MS Work, Excel and Project.

Possess strong technical writing capability to convey clear, understandable and accurate information and data packages.

High degree of Self-Awareness promoting Responsibility, Dependability and Creativity. Focuses on Strategic and Critical Thinking but manages Flexibility in Decision Making.

Travel High (70 - 85%)

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Merpins, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.