Supplier Quality Assurance; QA Engineer - Metallurgy

Overview

Gulfstream is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer 2 to support supplier quality performance across our global supply chain in the aerospace manufacturing domain.

• Manage supplier quality performance through system, product, and process audits.
• Evaluate supplier quality systems, processes, equipment, and capabilities to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities to resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and suppliers to reduce variability, improve processes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and monitor supplier metrics, scorecards, and performance indicators.
• Support quality assurance program plans, audit schedules, and supplier assessments.
• Partner with suppliers performing heat treatment, metallurgy, and other special processes to ensure compliance with quality requirements and industry standards.
• Evaluate special process capabilities and support resolution of material and process‑related quality issues.
• Lead supplier quality reviews and communicate performance updates to leadership.
• Perform all tasks in the area of responsibility in a timely manner to support the supplier quality/inspection system.
• Ensure that all aspects of the delivered/finished article are manufactured in accordance with approved quality system requirements.
• Manage the compliance of supplier performance through audits in accordance with company policy and federal regulations.
• Certify or assess supplier quality systems, personnel, processes and equipment as required.
• Coordinate quality assurance program plans and modify audit schedules.
• Drive the CAPA process for all suppliers and promote continuous improvement and APQP principles.
• Develop key metrics and scorecard measures to depict supplier health from a risk and performance perspective.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to subordinate level personnel and lead quality focus meetings.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Aviation Sciences, Quality Systems, or a related field required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment or repair and overhaul facility.
• Strong knowledge of heat‑treatment processes and metallurgy.
• Experience supporting suppliers that perform heat treating, material processing, or other special processes.
• Familiarity with special process controls, supplier audits, and process validation requirements.
• Experience managing supplier accounts and improving supplier quality performance.
• Strong RCCA and CAPA experience.
• Understanding of quality management systems, manufacturing processes, and quality assurance principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, material requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies; certification preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP principles preferred.
• ASQ CQE certification and/or FAA designee experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, project management, and relationship‑building skills.
• Credential such as an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license in lieu of a degree together with four years of related experience may be considered.
• Computer literate and capable of working with enterprise software applications.

• Work with industry‑leading aerospace suppliers and technologies.
• Drive meaningful improvements in quality, manufacturing, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.