Supplier Quality Engineering Manager

Overview

Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

The Supplier Quality Engineering Manager at GE Aerospace will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of components and materials sourced from suppliers. In this role, you will lead supplier quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet GE Aerospace’s high standards for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering supplier partnerships that align with GE Aerospace’s mission to define flight for today, tomorrow, and the future.

GE Aerospace Electric Power focuses on designing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced electrical power systems for aerospace applications. These systems are critical for powering aircraft, enabling efficient operation, and supporting the growing demand for electrification in aviation.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop a team of 3 Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) supporting key hardware suppliers.
• Mentor, coach, and performance-manage SQEs to build a high-performing, customer-focused team.
• Set clear goals, priorities, and development plans for team members and model GE Aerospace Behaviors.
• Foster a culture of respect, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the SQE team and supplier network.

Hardware Supplier Quality & FAIs

• Own the quality performance of hardware suppliers (e.g., machined parts, castings, forgings, fabricated assemblies, avionics/electromechanical components).
• Develop and implement supplier quality strategies that ensure compliance with GE Aerospace standards and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Lead and approve First Article Inspections (FAI) / AS9102 at suppliers, including planning, execution, and documentation.
• Support and oversee APQP/PPAP, control plans, and process capability for new and existing hardware components.
• Ensure suppliers maintain robust work instructions, control plans, and error-proofing to prevent escapes.

Supplier Audits, Improvement & Recovery

• Plan and lead supplier audits, process assessments, and performance reviews to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Work directly with suppliers to contain, investigate, and resolve quality issues, driving effective root cause (5-Why, Fishbone) and corrective actions.
• Develop and execute supplier recovery plans when performance (quality, delivery, or responsiveness) is not meeting expectations.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving tools to improve supplier processes, reduce variability, and eliminate waste.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & NPI

• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Program Management to ensure supplier quality meets hardware design and product requirements.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by validating supplier readiness, capacity, and capability before launch.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between suppliers and internal teams to resolve hardware-related issues and ensure on-time delivery.

Performance Management & FLIGHT DECK Alignment

• Monitor and manage supplier performance metrics (PPM, escapes, FAI success rate, on-time delivery, corrective action responsiveness) and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure suppliers are aligned with GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model, including standard work, visual management, and daily management routines.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks that could impact Safety, Quality, Delivery, or Cost; escalate proactively with data and recovery plans.
• Represent GE Aerospace with integrity and professionalism in all supplier interactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field from an accredited college or…