Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer 1

Are you ready to launch your engineering career with a global leader in business aviation?

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

As a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer 1, you will work with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across Gulfstream’s supply base. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level engineer with a passion for quality, supplier development, and problem-solving.

What You Will Do

• Support supplier quality and inspection activities to ensure products meet approved quality system and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance through system, product, and process audits.
• Assess supplier quality systems, personnel, manufacturing processes, and equipment against applicable standards.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and suppliers to improve quality, reduce scrap, and enhance manufacturing and repair processes.
• Drive Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) initiatives and ensure timely, effective resolution of supplier issues.
• Support supplier certification activities and ongoing quality performance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards, metrics, and risk assessments.
• Promote continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and APQP principles.
• Communicate supplier performance expectations and facilitate resolution of quality concerns.
• Provide technical guidance and support within cross-functional teams.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Sciences, Quality Systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with structural components and supplier quality activities preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external suppliers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Power BI, and SAP.
• Understanding of blueprints, specifications, manufacturing processes, and quality management systems.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and Quality Control System requirements preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of APQP principles preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification and/or FAA designee experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Why Gulfstream

• Work alongside industry-leading professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Gain hands-on experience supporting a global supplier network.
• Build a strong foundation in quality engineering, supplier development, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Be part of a team dedicated to creating the world’s finest aviation experience.

Apply Now

If you are ready to begin your engineering career and make an impact on supplier quality and operational excellence, apply today. Join Gulfstream and help us fulfill our mission to create and deliver the world’s finest aviation experience.