Quality Assurance Engineer (11402) Job at USPRO, Austin, TX

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  • USPRO
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced and driven Quality Assurance Engineer to support supplier quality initiatives. In this role, you will implement best-in-class quality tools and processes to ensure suppliers are prepared to meet program requirements and deliver first-time quality. You will be responsible for analyzing defect trends, leading root cause and corrective action investigations, and driving continuous improvement efforts across the supply base. This position requires a proactive, analytical problem solver with strong communication and collaboration skills to engage both internal teams and external suppliers.

Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Implement tools and processes to ensure supplier readiness and alignment with program quality standards.
  • Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues by analyzing defect trends and leading rapid Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities.
  • Support the execution of supply chain strategies that align with established Supplier Quality goals and objectives.
  • Partner with Category and Supplier Quality teams to support SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request), audit, FAI (First Article Inspection), change management, and risk management processes.
  • Conduct or support on-site or remote supplier visits to drive tactical improvements and ensure compliance with program expectations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supplier leadership during business reviews to analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and implement corrective measures.
  • Assist with the deployment of AS9145: APQP/PPAP processes across the supply base to mitigate risks and ensure consistency.
  • Contribute to Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives within the supplier quality function.

Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Proficiency with best-in-class manufacturing principles, zero-defect strategies, and quality control methodologies.
  • Expert knowledge of 8D problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.
  • Strong verbal, written, and analytical communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
  • Project management and stakeholder engagement skills in dynamic environments.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Familiarity with AS9145: APQP/PPAP, AS9100, NADCAP, and special process requirements.
  • Working knowledge of IPC-A-600 or equivalent standards.
  • RCCA expertise and a strong background in driving supplier-related quality improvements.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.

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