Quality Engineer

Robert Half • Gig • South Bend, IN, US • $70 - $80 / hour • 1m ago

We are looking for a skilled Quality Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Indiana. In this role, you will focus on supporting Level 3 Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) within the defense industry, ensuring compliance with established procedures and documentation standards. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a high-performing team and contribute to supplier quality assurance efforts across various manufacturing categories.

Job Posting: Supplier Quality Engineer – Level 3 PPAP (Contract, Defense Industry)

RH/Protiviti is seeking experienced supplier Quality Engineers to support Level 3 PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) within the defense industry. You will join an established and well-functioning quality team, utilizing approved processes and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and facilitate Level 3 PPAP submissions for defense-related manufacturing projects
Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues

Requirements:

Prior experience supporting Level 3 PPAPs in the defense or aerospace industry
Category part expertise in castings, fabrication, welding, chassis automotive, plastics, or electrical parts
Ability to travel as needed; periodic onsite presence required in South Bend, Indiana
Familiarity with major industry suppliers (e.g., General Dynamics, L3Harris, Boeing, Northrup Grumman, Harley-Davidson, Briggs & Stratton, Johnson Controls, Winnebago, Lippert, Bennington Boats) is a strong plus

This is a contract opportunity. Join our team and contribute to high-impact projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Apply now or contact us to learn more about this role!

Info:

• Manage and execute Level 3 Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) to ensure supplier compliance with industry standards.

• Collaborate with suppliers to address quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.

• Conduct inspections and audits to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications.

• Analyze supplier performance data and implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality assurance measures are integrated throughout project lifecycles.

• Provide expertise in manufacturing categories such as castings, fabrication, welding, and automotive chassis parts.

• Maintain documentation and reporting for quality control activities in alignment with organizational standards.

• Travel periodically to supplier locations to oversee and support quality processes.

• Ensure compliance with defense and aerospace industry requirements for supplier quality.

• Partner with suppliers like General Dynamics, Harris, Boeing, and others to enforce quality expectations.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality management.
• Strong understanding of Level 3 Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) and their application.
• Experience in defense or aerospace industries is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes involving castings, welding, fabrication, plastics, and electrical components.
• Ability to analyze and interpret supplier performance data to drive improvements.
• Proficiency in conducting audits and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Comfortable with periodic travel to supplier sites as required.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.

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