Supply Chain Quality Management Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Supply Chain Quality Management Manager owns supplier quality performance and supports First Article Inspection (FAI). Primary focus on the mechanical commodity group — investment casting, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication. It could support other commodities like electronics, standard and C-parts. The role drives supplier accountability through performance, scorecards, audits, and corrective action, and ensures every new part and process change is qualified to aerospace standards before it enters the supply chain.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Supplier Quality Governance:

• Own supplier quality scorecards (DPPM, SCAR closure rate, audit results) for casting, CNC machining, and sheet metal, electronics and standard parts suppliers.
• Plan and lead supplier quality audits — AS9100D, plus process-specific requirements (e.g., Nadcap for casting, heat treat, NDT).
• Own the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process end-to-end: issuance, root cause analysis (8D), verification, and closure.
• Maintain supplier quality risk flags and feed them into the program Risk Register.

First Article Inspection (FAI)

• Support the FAI governance process per AS9102 for new parts, new suppliers, and process/design changes.
• Review and formally approve FAI packages: dimensional reports, material certifications, and special-process certifications.
• Coordinate with Engineering on non-conformance disposition (use-as-is, rework, scrap) for FAI findings.
• Maintain FAI status tracking and ensure no production release occurs ahead of FAI approval.

Supplier Performance Management

• Run supplier Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) jointly with the Commodity Managers.
• Drive Supplier Improvement Plans (SIPs) for underperforming casting, CNC, and sheet metal suppliers.
• Recommend PSL status changes (add/retain/remove) based on sustained quality performance.

Team & Reporting Leadership

• Lead and mentor Supply Quality Specialist(s) supporting the mechanical, electronics and standard parts commodity group.
• Own and report department quality KPIs to the Head of SCM & Procurement. Maintain structured daily, weekly, and monthly reporting. Compile monthly reports linked to KPI targets.
• Maintain audit-ready quality documentation and traceability records in line with AS9100D.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years in supplier/supply chain quality within aerospace or defense manufacturing, with a focus on casting, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, electronics and standard parts.
• Deep working knowledge of AS9100D, AS9102 (First Article Inspection), and Nadcap special-process requirements.
• Proven experience leading supplier audits and corrective action (8D/root cause) programs.
• People management / team leadership experience.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field.
• SAP / Ariba or equivalent ERP platform experience.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is a strong advantage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Root cause analysis and structured problem solving (8D)
• Quality systems leadership and audit rigor
• Supplier coaching and performance management
• Team leadership and mentoring technical fluency across casting, machining, and sheet metal processes
• Cross-functional leadership (engineering, quality, finance)
• Data-driven decision-making and risk management

WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
Launched in November 2019, the company is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At the company, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at the company also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to the company.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.