Senior Supplier Quality Engineer -

Defense Manufacturing Date Posted:

13 October 2026

Closing Date:

November 12, 2026

Recruiter:

Saab Location:

Fairview, Michigan Salary:

USD122,500

to

USD162,500

Job Type & Industry:

Production, Manufacturing & Operations Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

3019064165-2 Apply for this job now Job Description SAAB is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure robust quality performance across our global defense manufacturing supply base. You will qualify and develop suppliers, lead APQP/PPAP, and drive continuous improvement for complex mechanical, electronic, and system components. Responsibilities include audits, FMEA, RCCA (8D), data-driven quality analysis, and oversight of incoming inspection and nonconformances. Collaborating with cross-functional and international teams, you will support new product introductions, ensure compliance with ISO/AS standards, and help safeguard mission-critical systems worldwide. Responsibilities Qualify, assess, and develop suppliers to meet SAAB quality and delivery requirements Lead APQP, PPAP, and other advanced quality planning activities for new and existing products Plan and conduct supplier audits to ISO/AS standards and internal requirements Analyze supplier performance data and drive corrective and preventive actions (8 D, RCCA) Manage incoming quality, nonconformances, and material disposition with cross-functional teams Support FMEA, control plans, and process capability studies with suppliers Collaborate with engineering, sourcing, and operations on new product introductions and changes Ensure compliance with defense/aerospace quality, traceability, and documentation standards Required Skills Supplier quality engineering APQP and PPAPRoot cause analysis (8 D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) FMEA and control plans Statistical process control (SPC)

ISO 9001 / AS9100

quality systems Technical drawing and GD&T interpretation Audit planning and execution Nonconformance and corrective action management MS Office and quality data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab)