Supplier Development Engineer

Essential Functions

Support Global Sourcing supplier assessment process activities under supervision to evaluate whether a potential new supplier meets Woodward requirements for either technical and quality related capability.

Support commodity teams to identify and mitigate supplier capability / capacity / system gaps determined through supplier assessment activities.

Ensure that potential suppliers understand quality and product requirements. Review drawing, specifications, and other product specific requirements to ensure that supplier understands and complies with all requirements through onboarding activities.

Leads a team on projects.

Facilitate SPIP (Supplier Performance Improvement Program) activities to drive QDRC (quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost) improvements for the mutual benefit of Woodward and the supplier.

Serve as quality systems and supplier development escalation point of contact within commodity teams.

VAVE : supports site and commodity teams with cost reductions activity.

Other Functions

Support Production Readiness Activities related to NPI product/program launches or PTP (Part Transition Process) for legacy item transition technical support

Support internal procedures related to sourcing processes.

Supports supplier APQP activities.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Solid communication and presentation skills both oral and written in a global environment.

Solid understanding of Root Cause Analysis and Lean Manufacturing Concepts

Ability to present information effectively

Knowledge of applicable quality and manufacturing processes

Solid troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Knowledge and experience with APQP and PPAP elements (i.e. PRR, MSA, FMEA, Capability Studies, etc.)

Knowledge of AS9100, ISO-9000/2000, QS-9000 and/or TS-16949

Familiarity with project planning tools

Proficiency with database management software skills

Auditor experience, training preferred

Education or Formal Training

Bachelors of Engineering ( B.E Electronics)