Supplier Quality Engineer (LA)

Hadrian is building the next generation of automated precision manufacturing, and supplier quality is critical to delivering reliable, high-performance parts at scale. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will build and operate key components of Hadrian’s supplier quality program.

Responsibilities

Define and implement processes for reviewing supplier quality documentation (E-Certs, FAIRs, material certifications, dimensional inspection reports) prior to shipment approval; Conduct supplier audits (virtual and in-person) to assess capability and ensure compliance with industry (AS9100/NADCAP) and customer quality standards; Lead supplier corrective action processes (SCARs), including root cause investigations and resolution of quality escapes; Manage Hadrian’s ASL, monitoring approval status and performance; Evaluate and onboard new suppliers through capability assessments, qualification audits, and ongoing performance monitoring; Analyze supplier quality and delivery performance metrics to identify trends and drive supplier improvement initiatives

Requirements

4+ years of experience in manufacturing, supplier quality, or inspection of mechanical products in a production environment; Strong understanding of machining processes, GD&T, and precision manufacturing quality requirements; Experience reviewing quality documentation such as FAIRs, material certifications, and dimensional inspection reports; Experience conducting supplier audits or evaluating supplier capabilities; Ability to lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions; Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Nice to have

Experience working with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems; Familiarity with PPAP and structured supplier qualification processes; Certification in supplier or quality auditing; Experience collaborating with product or software teams to build digital quality workflows or internal quality tools; Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies or statistical quality tools

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees; 401k; Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need; Flexible vacation policy; Equity