Moog Inc. · 1 month ago
Supplier Quality & Development Manager
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expMoog Inc. is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems for military aircraft. They are seeking a Supplier Quality & Development Manager to oversee the quality management and technical leadership of the supplier network, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in supplier performance.
AerospaceIndustrialNational Security
Responsibilities
Lead the team that acts as the primary interface between Moog and its supply base for quality and manufacturing related issues, including technical liaison for supplier issues
Maintain an ongoing audit program to validate the continued approval of Moog suppliers. Audits may take the form of business systems audits, product audits or process audits. Responsible for assessing, approving, and if necessary, disapproving suppliers located globally
Through the robust application of corrective actions (arising from both non-conforming products and services and from audit findings) the Supplier Quality & Development team is responsible for continuous development and improvement of the quality of suppliers’ products and services to Moog
Where there is a deficiency in the performance of a currently approved supplier, the Supplier Quality & Development Manager leads the investigation to establish root cause, identify appropriate corrective actions, and verify closure
Responsible for collecting and analyzing performance data from the Moog Quality Systems data base TIPQA and for communication to Suppliers, and Customers and Moog leadership
Ensure that the Supplier Quality & Development team monitors and drives to achieve closure of supplier corrective actions that arise from audits and identified non-conformances
Serve as a member of the Moog Military Aircraft Group Supply Chain Team, driving quality strategy, compliance, and structured problem solving throughout the organization
Coach and mentor team members on a regular cadence (ex: one on one meetings, staff/department meetings, and regular performance/feedback sessions); must have the skills and capability required to supervise, managed, and lead direct reports
Lead and train cross-functional teams in formal problem-solving events including but not limited to 5Y, 8D, or similar Lean tools
Develop and drives Source Inspection activities at suppliers
Represents Moog as the Supplier Quality subject matter expert during customers and 3rd party accreditation audits
Willingness to travel to suppliers and/or customers as required (~10-15% of the time)
Champion the use of APQP methodologies
Assess manufacturing capability as part of supplier selection or existing supplier gap analysis activity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an engineering or manufacturing discipline
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Supplier Quality/Technical management relating to manufacturing and processing of aerospace parts; managerial experience a plus
Proven specific capabilities in Quality audit techniques - typically qualified as a lead assessor for the AS9100 standard and knowledgeable in special process accreditation requirements and pathways
Proven general capabilities in the use of a wide range of software tools used in an advanced manufacturing business
Experience of using structured problem-solving tools such as 5Y and 8D; Six Sigma
Strong communication skills, in the form of written, verbal, and presentation to multiple levels of leadership (internally and externally)
Strong data driven decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Accomplished in Manufacturing Capability assessment and risk analysis
Advanced level knowledge of core defect prevention tools (PFMEA, control plan, MSA, capability analysis, error proofing, etc.)
Leadership experience (people leader with direct reports)
~5-15% travel
Preferred
Black Belt or similar preferred
Familiarity with SQL, Access databases, and data analysis
Proven track record delivering process improvement results
Strong interpersonal skills and team-based skills; ability to influence
Experience managing / leading large team
Experience working in the aerospace industry
Experience with SAP
Benefits
Great compensation package
Annual profit sharing
Matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
Holidays and parental leave program
Relocation assistance
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
Mentorship and coaching opportunities
Leadership development and other personal growth programs
Inclusive culture rooted in our values
Enhanced by Employee Resource Groups
Team-building activities
Company
Moog Inc.
We work on some of the world’s most exciting technical projects, creating products that challenge the limits of what’s possible, from cutting-edge medical technology to space vehicles.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250M2025-05-30Post Ipo Debt· $250M
1980-06-06IPO
Leadership Team
Pat Roche
Director, President & Chief Executive Officer
Emma Tamplin
Group Vice President Human Resources
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