APQP Supplier Quality Engineer

Overview

Drive supplier quality using APQP/PPAP, audits, risk mitigation, and compliance for defence projects.

Key Responsibilities

• apqp management
• ppap execution
• supplier audits
• fmea deployment
• capa planning
• kpi monitoring

Tasks

-Act as the customer’s advocate, ensuring supplier outputs meet critical programme requirements. -Escalate and resolve supplier non-conformances to prevent disruption to manufacturing programmes. -Facilitate structured problem-solving (8D, Root Cause Analysis, PPS). -Lead all APQP Phase Gate Reviews (Phases 01–05) and champion the Zero-Defect Mindset across design, validation, and delivery. -Audit supplier processes to APQP requirements & NATO standards (AQAP 2105 / 2110), customer requirements (e.g., APQP, SSQAC, AQAP2110, 2105, etc.), and internal procedures. -Validate and approve supplier quality documentation against customer requirements. -Coach and support supplier team on Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) and PPAP deliverables- APQP. -Lead suppliers through all APQP phases (Planning, Product & Process Design, Validation, Ongoing Production). -Analyse supplier quality data to identify systemic risks and drive long-term improvements. -Collaborate with leading engineering, MoD, and defence partners on a UK Eyes Only programme. -Drive supplier quality readiness, functional audits, and effective CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Action) planning. -APQP / PPAP Deployment: Supporting from Phase01 to Phase05 to ensure PPAP/PSW approval and deliverable at each stage of phases. -Deliver mission-critical defence technology with direct impact on national capability. -Execute and validate PPAP deliverables, including: -Build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Programme). -Drive supplier KPIs (OTD, PPM, CoPQ recovery, warranty performance). -Deploy APQP Core Tools across suppliers and partners, including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC. -Take ownership of product functional safety, zero-defect initiatives, and security governance across a £multi-million project. -Coach suppliers and internal stakeholders on APQP/PPAP compliance and best practices. -Drive Lean / Six Sigma initiatives including Poka-Yoke, PFMEA improvements, and waste reduction. -Ensure full and timely submission of PPAP documentation including PSW, FMEAs, Control Plans, Capability Studies, and MSA. -Promote continuous improvement and cross-consortium sharing of APQP; Qualification of product and best practices. -Act as the Supplier Quality -APQP Subject Matter Expert (SME), ensuring full compliance with SSQAC, APQP requirements from our customer; AQAP 2110, AQAP 2105, and all NATO/contractual quality standards.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• apqp
• fmea
• msa
• lean sixsigma
• security clearance

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline and experience. -Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). -Analytical problem-solver with practical experience in failure mode analysis and defect prevention. -Proactive risk mitigation each stage of APQP phases. -Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication, including government and MoD interfaces. -UK National (due to UK Eyes Only programme requirements). -Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, Capability Studies. -Self-motivated, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities independently. -Strong leadership in embedding safety and quality into product design and operational execution. -Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to interact with senior stakeholders. -MSA (Gauge R&R), SPC, Cp/Cpk Studies -Supplier auditing and assessment experience to AQAP 2105 / 2110 standards. -Security and compliance acumen, including classified data and export control management. -Ability to analyse, interpret, and present technical and statistical data. -Eligible for or already hold SC-level (Security Check) clearance. -Negotiation, influencing, and supplier development skills. -Significant level of experience in APQP, Supplier Quality within defence, aerospace, or regulated industrial sectors. -Lean/Six Sigma mindset for continuous improvement and process optimisation. -AQAP 2110, AQAP 2105, and SSQAC requirements -Proven expertise in:

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Benefits

-26 days annual leave + bank holidays -Hybrid/flexible work model (where applicable) -Employer-funded private health insurance, income protection, and life assurance -Customisable flexible benefits package -Generous 10% employer pension contribution

About Ge Vernova

-Traces roots back to Edison and Alstom, merging power, renewable, digital & financial wings. -Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, crafts large-scale gas turbines, SMRs, wind turbines, hydro and grid tech to fuel economies. -On the nuclear front, advancing small modular reactors (like BWRX‑300) in partnership with utilities and supporting semiconductor projects. -Wind prowess spans onshore, offshore and blade making—with key sites like Dogger Bank offshore and blade plants in Spain. -Electrification arm tackles grid stability: HVDC, transformers, storage, conversion, plus GridOS software powering smarter infrastructure. -Weaves finance and consulting through energy-infrastructure investments, funding solar farms to pipelines via GE Energy Financial Services.

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Security Clearance

-background checks and suitability assessments required (uk bpss or sc clearance).