<p><br></p><p>We are looking for a skilled Quality Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Indiana. In this role, you will focus on supporting Level 3 Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) within the defense industry, ensuring compliance with established procedures and documentation standards. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a high-performing team and contribute to supplier quality assurance efforts across various manufacturing categories.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Posting: Supplier Quality Engineer – Level 3 PPAP (Contract, Defense Industry)</strong></p><p>RH/Protiviti is seeking experienced supplier Quality Engineers to support Level 3 PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) within the defense industry. You will join an established and well-functioning quality team, utilizing approved processes and documentation standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and facilitate Level 3 PPAP submissions for defense-related manufacturing projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements</li><li>Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior experience supporting Level 3 PPAPs in the defense or aerospace industry</li><li>Category part expertise in castings, fabrication, welding, chassis automotive, plastics, or electrical parts</li><li>Ability to travel as needed; periodic onsite presence required in South Bend, Indiana</li><li>Familiarity with major industry suppliers (e.g., General Dynamics, L3Harris, Boeing, Northrup Grumman, Harley-Davidson, Briggs & Stratton, Johnson Controls, Winnebago, Lippert, Bennington Boats) is a strong plus</li></ul><p>This is a contract opportunity. Join our team and contribute to high-impact projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment.</p><p><strong>Apply now or contact us to learn more about this role!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Info:</p><p>• Manage and execute Level 3 Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) to ensure supplier compliance with industry standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with suppliers to address quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.</p><p>• Conduct inspections and audits to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications.</p><p>• Analyze supplier performance data and implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality assurance measures are integrated throughout project lifecycles.</p><p>• Provide expertise in manufacturing categories such as castings, fabrication, welding, and automotive chassis parts.</p><p>• Maintain documentation and reporting for quality control activities in alignment with organizational standards.</p><p>• Travel periodically to supplier locations to oversee and support quality processes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with defense and aerospace industry requirements for supplier quality.</p><p>• Partner with suppliers like General Dynamics, Harris, Boeing, and others to enforce quality expectations.</p>
