Supplier Quality Specialist

Supplier Quality SpecialistCompany:Boeing Defence United Kingdom LimitedThe Supplier Quality Specialist ensures that all supplier products, services, and quality management systems meet rigorous purchase contract requirements, software quality standards, and applicable government and regulatory regulations. Based within the Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) quality framework, this role manages vendor performance across component exchange and service programs.You’ll be responsible for driving continuous improvement, mitigating supply chain risk, and collaborating closely with procurement and program quality teams to maintain the highest standards of operational excellence.Position Responsibilities:Perform supplier quality activities to ensure that suppliers' products and services, quality systems, special processes, meet purchase contract requirements and applicable regulatory agency and government regulations (including software quality requirements)Manage suppliers that support various component exchange and services programsDevelops and executes business plans, quality requirements reviews, quality improvement plans all to improve supplier performance.Provides education and coaching on the Quality System.Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, peers, partners, suppliersWork closely with Supplier Management & Procurement for onboarding of new suppliers and ensuring they are captured in the Boeing supplier management system.Review supplier statements of work and purchase contacts to ensure all customer & regulatory requirements are communicated to suppliers.Create Product verification plans for Critical/High risk components.Manage Supplier raised Notice of Escapes. Manage Supplier Corrective Action Reports through to closure and verification.BDUK Quality process improvements for ensuring all supplier requirements are captured and assured.Partnering with BDUK Programme Quality with regards to new contracts and supplier requirementsEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):Supplier Quality Assurance experienceAbility to Gain SC clearancePreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Quality Management SystemsExperience working with a globally diverse teamAircraft maintenance experience (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul)Working within an aerospace regulated environment and specifically MAA, EASA or CAASupplier Software Quality requirementsAS9100 lead auditorAPQP or PPAP experienceContinuous Improvement or LEAN qualificationsRelocation:This position does not offer relocation.

Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.What Boeing offers you:The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:Competitive salary and annual incentive plansContinuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes nextSuccess as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your wayAn inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirsExcellent Adoption and Parental leave options23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New YearPension Plan with up to 10% employer contributionCompany paid BUPA Medical PlanShort Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeksLong Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week6x annual salary life insuranceLearning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career developmentAccess to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentivesLanguage Requirements:Not ApplicableEducation:Not ApplicableRelocation:Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Security Clearance:This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)SummaryLocation: GBR - Bristol, UK; GBR - Gosport, UKType: Full time