General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.  

Reference number

2026-189811  

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Supplier quality assurance

Job title

Supplier Quality Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

The Supplier Quality Engineer is a key technical leader responsible for working with Suppliers, Design Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain for the selection of qualified suppliers and improvement of supplier performance to provide a positive impact on the quality of new and existing products.

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Candidate skills & requirements

• Prior Supplier Quality and/or Supplier Development experience throughout the
lifecycle of products
• FAA Repair Station knowledge is preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• There is a large travel element to this role and as such you should hold a full driving licence, and current passport and have a willingness to travel to all continents (sometimes) at short notice.
• Experience managing and developing multiple direct reports
• Experience with problem solving methodology such as A3 and 8D
• Experience leading complex projects with remote team members
• Knowledge of manufacturing structures, varied processes, operating practices, and operating budgets.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Bachelor of Science degree from and accredited institution in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Equivalent Discipline)
• Minimum: 3 years in supplier quality discipline; Six Sigma and Lean methodology; certified preferred
• Preferred: 5+ years in supplier quality discipline; Lean Six Sigma certified; SAP experience preferred but not required

Job location

Job location

North America, Mexico

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Bilingual)

Requesting party

Estimated arrival date

10/3/2026

Number of position(s)

1