Evolito

Evolito was spun out by YASA Limited to exclusively industrialise the next-generation electric motor technology and IP for the rapidly-growing aerospace market.

By accelerating the adoption of electric propulsion, we will help revolutionise personal mobility and transform our towns and cities with clean, noise-free electric air transportation.

As part of our current high-growth phase, we are looking for an SQA Engineer to join the team to improve and maintain the end-to-end supply chain performance of product and service suppliers. Reporting to our Director of Operations and working closely with our Quality Team, you will be responsible for developing supply chain-related procedures and processes, as well as managing supplier assessment and supplier concerns.

Key responsibilities will include:

 

• Carrying out supplier audits to support approvals, both UK and internationally
• Preparing and ensuring compliance to Supplier Quality Plans
• Reviewing and approving supplier APQP, PPAP and FAIR / LAIR submissions
• Communication and implementation of supplier quality requirements
• Leading the implementation of supplier development activities with the aim of delivering year-on-year supplier QCD improvements
• Leading the implementation of robust processes for supplier management and development
• Establishing supplier scorecards monitoring quality, delivery and commercial performance
• Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing and Programme Management on supplier selection for new products and services
• Managing supplier audit corrective action requests
• Managing supplier product non-conformance actions, including containment, root cause analysis, corrective and preventative actions in a timely manner
• Acting as primary point of contact for supplier deviation requests
• Supporting work transfer activities
• Supporting management of supplier risk
• Supporting the implementation and subsequent maintenance of systems and processes to ensure compliance with the Evolito Business Management Systems.

Skills and experience required:

 

• Previous proven experience in a similar role within an aerospace or highly regulated automotive supply chain quality environment
• Familiar with CAA regulations Part21G and Part21J
• Experience with Quality Improvement Programmes, Pareto, PFMEA, 5s, 6 Sigma or similar continuous improvement tools
• Experience with external audits
• Experienced in the use of APQP tools and techniques, familiarity with AS9145 preferred
• Experienced in the use of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc.) and techniques
•  A team player with the ability to work under own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines
• Ability to influence others
• A positive “can-do” attitude
• A flexible approach to work
• Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driver’s license and ability to travel worldwide.

Desirable:

• Experience of working within a Prime or Tier 1 environment 
• Knowledge of AS9100 and Process Auditing, AS9100 Lead audit 

Are you Evolito?

Apply now for immediate consideration.