Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description: Supplier Quality Engineer Location: Natick, MA Company: Busek Co. Inc. About Busek Busek Co. Inc. develops advanced spacecraft propulsion and power technologies for commercial, scientific, and U.S. government space missions. Our work includes electric and chemical propulsion systems, Hall Effect thrusters, and advanced materials that support the future of space exploration. Busek has pioneered innovative propulsion technologies, including the first U.S. Hall Effect Thruster flown in space. Located in Natick, Massachusetts, Busek combines engineering, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to develop and deliver highly specialized aerospace systems. We are a growing company focused on technical excellence, quality, and solving challenging problems in the space industry. Position Summary Busek is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure that purchased materials, components, and services meet company quality requirements and applicable aerospace standards. This role works closely with suppliers, Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to resolve supplier quality issues, improve supplier performance, and support the delivery of reliable, high-quality products. The ideal candidate has experience working with suppliers in a manufacturing or aerospace environment, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the quality and reliability of advanced spacecraft propulsion systems. Essential Functions

• Evaluate, qualify, and monitor suppliers to ensure compliance with Busek quality requirements, engineering specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and evaluations to verify quality systems, manufacturing processes, and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review supplier documentation, including inspection reports, certificates of conformance, material certifications, and other required quality records.
• Investigate supplier nonconformances and drive corrective and preventive actions through resolution.
• Work with suppliers to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Support the review and disposition of nonconforming materials and components in coordination with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and corrective action effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Engineering during supplier selection, new product introduction, and changes to materials, components, or manufacturing processes.
• Review drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and inspection criteria to help ensure supplier compliance.
• Support incoming inspection activities and the resolution of material and component discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier quality records, audit documentation, corrective action reports, and performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve supplier quality processes, reduce defects, and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Support compliance with applicable aerospace quality standards, including AS9100D and ISO 9001, as appropriate to the role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related role in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, supplier corrective action processes, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, inspection requirements, and material certifications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow quality issues through to resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to maintain accurate technical records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace, defense, space, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with AS9100D, ISO 9001, and applicable aerospace quality requirements.
• Experience conducting supplier audits or supplier qualification activities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, metrology, and material traceability.
• Experience with nonconformance management, corrective and preventive action (CAPA), 8D problem solving, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with counterfeit parts prevention and configuration management.
• Experience working with precision-machined components, electronic components, fabricated assemblies, or other complex aerospace hardware.

Benefits

Busek offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace and spacecraft propulsion technologies.

U.S. Citizenship Requirement Due to the nature of work performed under U.S. government contracts and applicable security and contractual requirements, this position is limited to U.S. citizens.