[Hiring] Quality Engineer Supply Chain @Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Engineer – Supply Chain to join our team in a remote position based in California. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving supplier quality across our North American supply base, ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations.

The Quality Engineer – Supply Chain works closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to:

• Monitor supplier performance
• Conduct audits
• Resolve quality issues
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

This role plays an important part in:

• Strengthening supplier relationships
• Mitigating supply chain risks
• Supporting Pilatus' commitment to quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Monitor and evaluate supplier quality performance across the North American supply base
• Conduct supplier audits, risk assessments, and evaluations to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements
• Manage supplier quality issues, corrective actions, and closure of Inspection Reports
• Evaluate, approve, and renew aerospace suppliers in accordance with established requirements
• Maintain the Aerospace Supplier Portal in compliance with EASA Part-21 and 14 CFR Part 145 requirements
• Develop, monitor, and report supply chain quality KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Communicate proactively with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns and support business objectives
• Identify process inefficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Support implementation of supply chain strategies, supplier management processes, and quality improvement projects
• Travel domestically and internationally to conduct supplier audits and provide on-site support as needed
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of five years of experience in the aircraft industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of EASA Part-21 Subpart G and 14 CFR Part 145 requirements
• Experience in aircraft assembly and/or maintenance
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally on short notice
• Full COVID-19 vaccination required for business-related travel, subject to applicable law and reasonable accommodation requirements

Requirements

• The hiring range for this position is $86,000–$115,000 per year.
• This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.'s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations.
• The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays annually, plus 15 days of paid vacation and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start, with vacation increasing to 20 days annually after five years of employment
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with Pilatus paying 90% of premiums for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 annually for single coverage and $3,000 annually for family coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions of up to 6%
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance premiums
• Annual tuition assistance available after the first year of employment