Supplier Engineering Technician II

• ◆Maintain and continuously improve the Approved Vendor List (AVL), including supplier onboarding, status changes, and removal in coordination with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
• ◆Review supplier documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, certificates of conformance, test reports, material certifications, process certifications) for technical completeness and compliance with requirements.
• ◆Communicate with suppliers to request, clarify, and resolve technical data needs, including CAD models, drawings, specifications, inspection reports, and other engineering documentation.
• ◆Author Discrepancy Reports (DRs) related to supplier-provided hardware and documentation issues.
• ◆Generate and manage deviation and waiver requests in coordination with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain when supplied hardware does not fully meet

but may be acceptable for use.

• ✓Support supplier-related root cause and corrective action activities, including data collection, failure analysis support, and tracking implementation of corrective actions.
• ✓Support Supplier Engineering in developing and documenting supplier-related processes, standards, and work instructions (e.g., supplier qualification, documentation review workflows, DR/deviation processes).
• ✓Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing) to ensure supplier capabilities and documentation align with product

and program needs.

• ✓Maintain clear and orderly records and data in relevant systems to ensure traceability and minimize risk of documentation errors or omissions.
• ✓Facilitate Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) with suppliers, including initiating RMA requests, coordinating logistics for returning nonconforming material, tracking RMA status, and ensuring appropriate credits, replacements, or repairs are processed in a timely manner.
• ✓Support Supply Chain by updating contractual due dates, follow up with PO acknowledgments, update tracking and closing Purchase Orders as necessary.
• ✓Data maintenance, migration and minor reporting as necessary.
• ✓Other duties as assigned by the Supplier Engineering Lead.

• ✓High School degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or supply chain discipline preferred).
• ✓3 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or supplier-facing roles in a high product complexity environment, such as Space, Aerospace, Defense, or Medical.
• ✓Strong time management and attention to detail, particularly in handling technical documentation and multiple supplier interfaces.
• ✓Understanding of engineering models and drawings (basic GD&T knowledge).
• ✓Familiarity with quality documentation, discrepancy reporting, and/or deviation/waiver processes.
• ✓Strong understanding of AS9102

and First Article Inspection (FAI) processes, including reviewing and/or preparing AS9102 forms with suppliers.

• ✓Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with external suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• ✓Excellent in-person and written communication skills, including experience drafting technical emails and reports.
• ✓Experience managing projects or initiatives with multiple stakeholders, particularly cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain).
• ✓3 years of experience in inspection, supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or similar technical role.
• ✓Space industry or other high-reliability industry experience.
• ✓Familiarity with project and data management tools, such as MS Project, MS Excel, PLM/ERP systems, Wrike, or Github.

Classification: Full-time Non-Exempt

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

• ✓Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• ✓Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• ✓Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• ✓Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• ✓Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• ✓Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• ✓EAP Program
• ✓Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match