Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Description

About Barber-Nichols:

 Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish enduring partnerships. At BN, we foster a results-driven environment that values professional growth, rewards achievement, and supports innovation. From designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s portfolio spans some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world. For those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your career.  

Position Summary: Barber-Nichols relies on suppliers for prototype and production success on complex products with challenging requirements. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring that suppliers provide high-quality materials and components that meet or exceed requirements. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, manages supplier quality performance, and leads quality improvement initiatives.

As the primary owner of supplier quality, the Senior Supplier Quality Engineer has a crucial opportunity to shape the success of Barber-Nichols and our customers in critical space, advanced energy, and defense applications.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Issue Resolution:
• Act as the primary contact for quality issues related to suppliers, facilitating prompt resolution of non-conformances.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for supplier-related quality problems.
• Lead or support containment activities for supplier escapes.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure that quality issues are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
• Supplier Management:
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure standards are met.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues.
• Quality and First-Pass Yield (FPY) Improvement:
• Analyze supplier quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on supplier performance and quality.
• Lead and Manage Source Inspection process & events, in conjunction with Quality Control.
• Complete other duties as required by Supply Chain leadership.

Qualifications:

• Education and Training

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ CQE) preferred.

• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain or quality engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a high compliance environment, such as space, aerospace, defense, or medical.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of quality standard and management system fundamentals (e.g., D17.1, IPC, ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality tools (e.g., SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize high-value issues and effectively delegate simpler challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• AS9100 auditor certified or ability to obtain certification preferred.
• Work Environment:
• Primarily on-site in Arvada, Colorado.
• Occasional travel (up to 20%) to supplier sites locally or domestically.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Barber-Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Security clearance is not required for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Barber-Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Compensation And Benefits:

The salary range for this role is $105,000. - $120,000. This range represent the anticipated minimum and maximum base + bonus for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience related to this role), and therefore, may fall outside the range shown, depending on the circumstances.

To view our benefits provided please visit Careers | Barber-Nichols.