Supplier Quality Engineer

Imagine this... you’re the guardian of excellence, from the first bolt delivered by a supplier to the final UAV ready for flight. You’re on the production floor where innovation takes shape—hands-on, sharp-eyed, and unstoppable. Every component you approve, every supplier you audit, every process you refine brings our next-generation defense technology closer to perfection. At Destinus, your precision keeps our performance sky-high.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures and supplier quality strategies aligned with aerospace and defense requirements
• Lead supplier audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and defense standards
• Monitor supplier performance, track non-conformances, and drive corrective and preventive actions
• Investigate and analyze root causes of production or supplier issues and define process improvements
• Establish and report supplier and internal quality KPIs, highlighting trends and risks to management
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to qualify new suppliers and support supplier development
• Conduct FAI, FMEA, PPAP, and PQP reviews to ensure all parts and processes meet our standards
• Maintain clear documentation of inspections, control plans, and quality management system records
• Support customer and regulatory audits, ensuring readiness and compliance across all supply chains
• Champion continuous improvement and Lean initiatives that raise the bar for performance and reliability

Requirements

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or supplier quality roles within aerospace, automotive, or high-tech production
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, AS9100, and quality control tools such as FMEA, SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis
• Experience conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective actions
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) and quality management tools
• Certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Six Sigma Green Belt are a strong plus
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Who You Are

You thrive where precision meets pressure. You’re equally comfortable inspecting a part on the floor as you are auditing a supplier halfway across the world. You spot issues before they snowball and take pride in solving problems that others might overlook. You’re curious, proactive, and relentless about continuous improvement. Quality isn’t just your job—it’s your DNA.

Benefits

Why Join Us?
✨ The Thrill of the Future – Work on cutting-edge projects that redefine aerospace
✨ Global Innovation Hub – Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world
✨ Fast-Paced & High-Growth – Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company
✨ Real Impact – Your work won’t be theoretical—it will shape the future of flight

Destinus is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

🚀 Destinus – Challenge the limits of time, space, and human potential.