Senior Supplier Quality Technical Leader – Aeroderivative

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in the selection and onboarding of suppliers by evaluating their capacity and technical/manufacturing capabilities.

• Lead or carry out first-piece qualifications, which include design reviews, audits of special processes, test witnessing, and inspections of in-process and final products.

• Engage in pre-purchase order award meetings and contribute to assessments of supplier performance.

• Facilitate quarterly supplier quality review meetings and initiate quality improvement plans for suppliers.

• Collaborate with engineering during supplier project kick-off meetings and develop supplier surveillance plans.

• Conduct reviews of supplier requirements and participate in design review meetings.

• Create and review inspection/test plans and special process procedures for suppliers.

• Plan and implement audit strategies based on data and risk assessments.

• Perform comprehensive process audits, special process audits, and product inspections.

• Generate audit reports and maintain tracking systems for audits.

• Assist with the release of materials for shipment by addressing supplier deviation requests, reviewing end-of-manufacturing reports, confirming containment status, and authorizing shipments.

• Oversee supplier technical deviations, non-conformances, and field complaints.

• Lead root-cause investigations and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.

• Conduct containment measures and assist vendors with recovery, including liability comments.

• Analyze supplier-related failure data to promote ongoing improvement.

• Propel initiatives for supplier quality enhancement, including holistic audits, PFMEA/DFMEA development, DSQR implementation, and the installation and commissioning of supplier technical advisors.

• Track and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier quality.

• Serve as the Commodity Coordinator and primary point of contact for interface functions.

• Aid in the development of SQE technical competencies and the implementation of lessons learned.

• Support project team activities related to ITO and engage in Global Quality Value Stream initiatives.

• Lead and mentor teams in resolving major customer issues and conducting root-cause analyses.

• Prepare standard quality requirements for projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or Quality Engineering, or an equivalent technical field from an accredited institution.

• Extensive experience with supplier qualification processes (PPAP or equivalent).

• Over 8 years of relevant experience in quality, operations/supply chain, or project management, ideally within the Power Generation/Aerospace sector.

• Proficient in understanding technical drawings, specifications, and standards.

• Strong knowledge of gas turbine design and components.

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, welding, heat treatment, coating, machining, assembly, and NDT, as applicable.

• A solid mindset focused on safety, compliance, quality, and lean principles.

• Proven capability in employing industrial quality tools for risk assessment, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and manufacturing process controls.

• Ability to effectively manage time in a global team environment and adapt to meetings across different time zones.

• Willingness and flexibility to travel to supplier facilities globally, up to 30% of the time.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Competence in interpreting engineering drawings, models, and standards.

• Desired certifications in special processes such as NACE coatings, CWI welding, or NDT Level 1-3, and training in methodologies like 5-Why, 8D root cause analysis, or ISO 9001:2015 lead auditor training.

• Experience with the operation, design, or inspection of power industry equipment, including gas turbine components and mechanical or electrical skids.

• High-level understanding of gas turbines and aerospace equipment and components.

• Experience interacting with customers and senior leadership.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screen, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions.

• Company-sponsored retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance available.

• Paid parental leave provided.

• Disability benefits offered.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays each year.

• Generous permissive time off policy.

• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Please note that no relocation assistance is provided.