Lead TACT Supplier Quality Engineer

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. Support the Turbine Airfoil Casting Team within the Hot Section Module Center in improving supplier quality .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeEast Hartford • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality management, continuous improvement initiatives, and effective communication across cross-functional teams. Proficient in quality assurance processes, data analysis, and regulatory compliance within heavily regulated industries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Quality ManagementContinuous Improvement InitiativesASQ Certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE)Lean Manufacturing PrinciplesData Analysis in SAP

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Hard Skills

Quality Management Systems (AS9100)PPAP and FAI ProcessesEngineering Drawings InterpretationGD&T FamiliarityRoot-Cause AnalysisProblem-Solving Techniques (CORE/ACE/SixSigma)Inspection Tools/EquipmentSupplier Performance MonitoringQuality Interface ExpertiseProduction Challenge Resolution

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMentoring and CoachingRelationship DevelopmentTeam AssistanceCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSAP ERPSolumina MESPW QLIK Dashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

ASQ Certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE)

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseAutomotiveManufacturingHeavily Regulated IndustrySupplier QualityOperationsSupply ChainQuality EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Turbine Airfoil Casting Team within the Hot Section Module Center in improving supplier quality
Provide quality interface, expertise, and support to suppliers
Develop and maintain relationships with supplier Quality and Operations Management teams and internal engineering, procurement, and support organizations
Resolve production challenges in a fast-paced environment
Help suppliers meet P&W quality requirements and achieve best-in-class quality, delivery, and service
Monitor supplier quality performance and proactive quality initiatives
Conduct supplier Vendor Corrective Action Boards and domestic and international Supplier Wellness Assessments
Analyze data in PW QLIK dashboards and SAP to implement supplier process and design changes
Support Escape Management investigations in Quality Clinic
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce escapes, cost, and lead time
Hold suppliers accountable for root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Present supplier improvement information to cross-functional leadership teams
Mentor and coach junior Supplier Quality Engineers
Serve as a go-to resource for team assistance and issue navigation
Evaluate best-practice solutions, create guidance documents, and train broader SQE and Quality Clinic teams
Support initiatives affecting the SQE role and cross-pollination of product center teams
Provide SQE input for CORE events

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship is required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Quality, Engineering, Operations or Supply Chain in Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or another heavily regulated industry; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School Diploma or specialized Technical or Military training and 12+ years of relevant industry experience
University degree ideally in Engineering; Mechanical or Quality Engineering preferred
ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) or equivalent preferred
Experience with PPAP and FAI processes, inspection tools/equipment, and Quality Management Systems such as AS9100
Ability to interpret engineering drawings/blueprints and familiarity with GD&T
Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney shop practices, processes, quality standards, inspection methods, and tools
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement tools, and problem-solving techniques including CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC, RCCA Red-X, and Fault Tree
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, SAP ERP, and Solumina MES
Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management, shop personnel, and customers
Experience in supplier quality, engineering, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, automotive, or another heavily regulated industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available
Hybrid work arrangement
Opportunities for continued technical and interpersonal growth and development