Mechanical Supplier Quality Engineer

Nidec Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Supplier Quality Engineer to coordinate the selection, development and qualification of new suppliers as well as the introduction of new BOM parts working in conjunction with Procurement department. Oversee and manage supplier quality performance following AS9100 requirements, conduct supplier audits, and ensure supplier compliance with quality standards AS9145 APQP-PPAP. Provide periodic progress updates on execution of ramp up. Ensure that suppliers consistently meet quality standards through proactive assessment, process control, and issue resolution, contributing to a robust and reliable supply chain. Responsibilities Lead the supplier approval process, conduct the quality systems audit process on site to include follow-up and closure of open items discovered during audits. Qualify new suppliers and assess their manufacturing capabilities aligned with Design Engineers for aerospace requirements. Supplier Auditing & Assessment: Conduct pre-selection evaluations, audits, and ongoing performance reviews to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards. Quality Issue Resolution: Serve as the primary contact for supplier quality issues, drive root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions using tools like 8D and Six Sigma methodology. Assist product managers in supplier business reviews. Performance Monitoring: Define, track and monitor supplier KPIs to evaluate performance and initiate improvement plans. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with purchasing, engineering, and production teams to align quality requirements and drive supplier improvements. Compliance & Standards: Ensure supplier products meet applicable standards such as AS9100, customer and internal specifications. Monitor and verify effectiveness of suppliers quality improvements. Maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and review supplier documentation, including quality records and traceability. Follow up closely First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 with suppliers. Support quality team (QE/APQP). Develop procedures for incoming inspection process as well as inspection methods. Ability, willingness to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice. Assist suppliers to maintain 100% PPAP compliance for all pre-preproduction builds and production builds. Technical Attributes and Experience Understanding of manufacturing processes, mechanical system and assembly operations. General knowledge for the use of GD&T to verify that parts meet the specified tolerances using tools such as CMMs, calipers and micrometers, optical comparators, and a clear criteria for pass/fail decisions defined on design documents. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use metrology tools. Auditing skills. Spanish and English proficient. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Effective planning, leadership, and time‑management. Minimum Requirements Minimum: M.S. degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering. Experience: +7 years in supplier quality or quality engineering within a manufacturing environment. Preferred in Aerospace industry. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in 8D, Six Sigma, SPC, Control Plan, FMEA. Full understanding and training evidence for AS9145 APQP-PPAP. Familiarity with QMS standards: AS9100, AS9120. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full-time Job Function Manufacturing and Engineering Industry Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Location Zona Centro, Tamaulipas, Mexico #J-18808-Ljbffr