Role: Junior Engineer – Vendor Development

Company: The ePlane Company
Department: Supply Chain Management / Vendor Development
Experience Required: 2–4 Years
About the Role:
We are looking for a hands-on JuniorEngineer – Vendor Development to strengthen our supplier network for our aircraft program. You will bridge the gap between Engineering requirements and supplier capabilities, ensuring our partners are technically capable, quality-compliant, and aligned with our production timelines. This is a highly technical role—not just procurement—requiring deep manufacturing expertise to ensure parts are produced to exact specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Development: Co-ordination with supplier for RFQ, Quote and quality documents follow up
Technical Oversight: Review 2D drawings, 3D models, Interpret GD&T;, critical dimensions
RFQ & Technical Support: Prepare technical input for RFQs, review supplier quotations for technical accuracy, and coordinate technical queries between Engineering and vendors.
Part Development: Manage the end-to-end development of sample parts, including first article inspection (FAI) support,



corrective actions (CAPA), and progress tracking.
Program Coordination: Align supplier deliverables with aircraft build timelines, escalating risks and managing vendor performance.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering (Diploma holders with solid, relevant hands-on experience will be considered).
Experience: 2–4 years in vendor development, supplier quality, or manufacturing engineering.
Mandatory Skills:
Robust proficiency in engineering drawing reading and GD&T; interpretation.
Experience with aerospace/defense quality documentation (MTC, COC, FAIR, CMM reports).
Ability to communicate technical requirements clearly and hold suppliers accountable.
Willingness to travel to supplier locations.

Preferred Experience:
Aerospace, automotive, or precision engineering background.
Knowledge of AS9100D standards, PPAP/APQP processes, and special processes (heat treatment, coating, welding).

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