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Parker Hannifin · 1 day ago

Supplier Quality Engineer - Aerospace

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Parker Hannifin is a global leader in motion and control technologies, seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier performance and ensure incoming material quality. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with various teams to build a resilient supply base and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

HardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define incoming quality requirements, inspection strategies, and control plans for high-risk commodities and special processes

Establish measurable supplier performance targets (PPM, on-time delivery, SCAR cycle time etc) and lead improvement plans

Help maintain and improve the Approved Supplier List in collaboration with sourcing and quality leadership

Perform supplier risk assessments covering capability, capacity, quality systems, and compliance (ITAR/Export Controls)

Support Parker ZDP (Zero Defect Programs) supplier development initiatives, coaching on APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and SPC

Conduct due diligence and qualification audits (AS9100/ISO9001)

Drive APQP per AS9145 & AS13100, ensuring robust process validation (PPAP, FAIR/FAI per AS9102)

Review and approve manufacturing process documentation, control plans, PFMEAs, MSA (GR&R), and capability studies

Facilitate design for manufacturability and quality (DFM/DFA), tolerance analysis, and special characteristics (KPVs) management

Lead RCCA using 8D/A3/DMAIC; implement containment, corrective and preventive actions

Initiate and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), verify effectiveness, and prevent recurrence

Support nonconforming material control, disposition, and supplier chargebacks

Plan and conduct process and system audits, track findings for timely closure

Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, NADCAP, and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA as applicable)

Manage quality clause (QCODES) flow-down and contract review, ensuring traceability and configuration control

Monitor supplier performance dashboards; analyze trends and variation to drive improvements

Report program KPIs and risk status to leadership

Use statistical tools to validate improvements and maintain process capability indices

Serve as the quality liaison to suppliers and internal stakeholders; lead technical reviews and quality gates during Work Transfer Process

Support make/buy decisions with risk and cost-of-quality insights

Qualification

Quality EngineeringAPQPPPAPFMEAStatistical AnalysisLean/Six SigmaEngineering DrawingsSupplier AuditsAgilityCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Materials, or related)

3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in Manufacturing environment required

Foundational understanding of quality tools and methodologies: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, control plans

Demonstrated success leading root cause analysis (8D/A3/DMAIC) and implementing sustainable corrective actions

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, material specifications, and inspection standards

Proficiency with statistical analysis and quality tools (Cp/Cpk, control charts, sampling plans)

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred

Advanced degree (MS) or relevant certifications (ASQ CQE/CQA, AS9100 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)

Experience with aerospace commodities such as hydraulic components, seals, actuators, fluid conveyance, electronics/PCBA, and complex machined parts

Automotive experience a plus

Working knowledge of export controls (ITAR/EAR) and customer-specific quality requirements

Experience with dimensional metrology (CMM, vision systems), NDT, and advanced inspection methods. Hands on experience with measurement tools a plus

Background in design quality or manufacturing engineering supporting DFM/DFA

Benefits

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.