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At ePropelled, we design and manufacture intelligent propulsion and power-management systems that help uncrewed vehicles operate more efficiently and reliably in the air, on land, and at sea. Our global team brings engineering innovation into demanding defense and commercial applications. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you’ll help turn that innovation into dependable performance—strengthening supplier partnerships and ensuring the quality of the components behind our technology.
Job Summary
The Supplier Quality Engineer will ensure that purchased materials, components, assemblies and outsourced processes consistently meet ePropelled’s technical, quality, regulatory and delivery requirements. The role works across Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality at our global locations and reports to the Quality Manager.
Duties
- Supplier quality management & development: supplier qualification, approval and performance assessment; supplier scorecards; improvement plans for high-risk suppliers; maintain the Approved Supplier List.
- Nonconformance & corrective action: lead supplier-related investigations; raise and manage SCARs and supplier NCRs; approve supplier root cause and corrective action responses and verify effectiveness; coordinate containment and support MRB.
- Supplier auditing & compliance: plan and conduct supplier QMS, process and product audits against ISO 9001 / AS9100; track findings to closure; contribute to the Supplier Quality Manual.
- Product quality & manufacturing support: review drawings, CoCs, material certs and test records; define incoming inspection requirements; support FAI / FAIR (AS9102) and PPAP; control supplier changes and traceability.
- Risk & continuous improvement: risk-based supplier monitoring; support PFMEA and Control Plans; analyse supplier quality data; reduce COPQ, scrap, rework and incoming inspection failures.
- Reporting: regular supplier quality performance reports and escalations to the Quality Manager.
Skills
- Supplier qualification, auditing and development
- SCAR / NCR management and CAPA verification
- Root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa)
- Engineering drawings, specs and tolerances
- QMS and manufacturing quality controls (ISO 9001 / AS9100)
- Quality data analysis and supplier scorecards
- Strong supplier-facing communication
- Willing to travel domestically and internationally
Requirments
- Minimum: 3+ years in Supplier Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Quality Engineering or a closely related role, in a technical manufacturing environment.
- Preferred: Aerospace, defence, automotive, electronics or electromechanical manufacturing; international suppliers and contract manufacturers.
- Desirable: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing or Quality Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Desirable: ISO 9001 / AS9100 (or equivalent) Internal or Lead Auditor certification.
Pay: $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- If offered employment with ePropelled, are you willing to consent to a background check as a condition of employment, subject to applicable law?
Experience:
- Supplier Quality Engineering, or other as stated in posting.: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Laconia, NH 03246 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Laconia, NH 03246: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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- Manufacturing30
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supplier quality manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- Experience conducting supplier audits to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, or AS9100 standards
- Proficiency with quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plans
- Hands-on use of statistical process control and measurement system analysis
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Auditor credential preferred
- Willingness to travel domestically or internationally for supplier site visits
Tips for Your Supplier Quality Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to audit types
Supplier quality managers are hired for different audit focuses: process audits, product audits, and system audits. Identify which type dominates the job posting and lead your resume with matching examples, tools, and outcomes rather than a generic quality summary.
List certifications in the right order
ASQ certifications like CQE, CQA, and CSQP carry real weight in supplier quality roles. Put them directly under your name, not buried in a skills section. If you hold an IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 lead auditor credential, name the registrar and scope explicitly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists supplier quality manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by commodity or industry
Supplier quality roles are often commodity-specific: castings, electronics, plastics, or precision machining. Search by commodity keyword alongside the job title to surface openings where your supplier base experience is a direct match, not just adjacent.
Prepare a structured problem-solving example
Interviewers for supplier quality roles almost always ask for a supplier corrective action story. Prepare one that walks through defect identification, root cause analysis using 8D or DMAIC, containment, and verified closure. Vague answers consistently eliminate candidates at this stage.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Supplier quality manager roles vary widely in whether you own development, only monitor production suppliers, or handle both. Clarify the number of active suppliers, travel expectations, and cross-functional authority before accepting, since scope misalignment is the leading reason people leave within the first year.
Supplier Quality Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most supplier quality managers?
Rosendin Electric, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Raytheon are hiring the most supplier quality managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Automotive and aerospace manufacturers consistently account for the largest share of active postings.
How many supplier quality manager jobs are remote?
About 41% of supplier quality manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are less common in this function than in other management tracks. Supplier development and quality systems roles that do not require hands-on production line presence tend to offer the most schedule flexibility.
How do you become a supplier quality manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering or manufacturing, then build hands-on experience in quality inspection, supplier auditing, or manufacturing engineering. Earn an ASQ certification such as the CQE or CQA to validate your skills. Develop fluency in APQP and PPAP processes, then move into a supplier-facing role where you manage corrective actions and qualify new suppliers independently.
Can you get a supplier quality manager job with limited experience?
Yes, some manufacturers hire candidates into associate or junior supplier quality roles with two to three years of quality engineering or manufacturing experience, even without prior supplier management responsibility. Demonstrating audit experience, familiarity with PPAP documentation, and a working knowledge of a recognized quality management system standard strengthens your case significantly when formal supplier management experience is thin.
What does the supplier quality manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds: an initial recruiter screen, a technical interview with the quality or engineering director focused on audit methodology and supplier corrective action experience, a cross-functional panel with procurement and operations, and sometimes an on-site visit or presentation. Expect to walk through a real corrective action case in detail and explain how you measured supplier performance improvement over time.
Where can I find and apply to supplier quality manager jobs?
You can find and apply to supplier quality manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background, commodity experience, and seniority level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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