Supplier Quality Development Engineering (SQDE) Manager

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Supplier Quality Development Engineering (SQDE) Manager

Are you ready to lead supplier quality excellence in a high-tech environment spanning aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries? Meopta is looking for a strategic and hands-on SQDE Manager to drive supplier performance, compliance, and innovation.

Your Mission: Lead and develop the Supplier Quality Development Engineering team to ensure delivery of high-quality, compliant, and traceable components from external suppliers. You’ll manage supplier qualification, audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement aligned with industry standards.

What You'll Do:

• Qualify and approve new suppliers in collaboration with Purchasing and Engineering.
• Conduct supplier audits (AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 9001, MIL-Q-9858).
• Ensure compliance with DFARS, ITAR, and aerospace/defense requirements.
• Validate APQP, PPAP, and FAI readiness for prototypes and production.
• Monitor supplier KPIs (OTD, PPM, audit scores, complaint rates).
• Lead risk assessments using FMEA, SPC, and Control Plans.
• Drive corrective actions and supplier improvement using 8D and RCA.
• Manage supplier process audits and ensure robust quality systems.
• Support new product launches and production ramp-up.
• Represent Meopta in customer audits and government inspections.
• Ensure documentation and traceability meet regulatory and contractual standards.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or Materials Science.
• 5+ years in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality, 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools: 8D, FMEA, MSA, SPC, APQP, PPAP.
• Deep familiarity with standards: AS9100, NADCAP, MIL-STD, DFARS, ITAR.
• Experience in cleanroom, microelectronics, or defense-grade manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Excel, Minitab, Power BI.
• Fluent English (B2+); other languages are a plus.

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic mindset and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex programs.
• Commitment to supplier partnership and operational integrity.

Why Join Meopta?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• 5 weeks of vacation.
• Flexible working hours and possibility of partial remote work.
• Meal vouchers or subsidized company canteen.
• Contribution to pension or life insurance.
• Language and professional development courses.
• Modern work environment with cutting-edge technology.
• Friendly and collaborative company culture.
• Employee referral program with attractive rewards.
• Support for innovation and continuous improvement.