Supplier Quality Engineer - Spacecraft Hardware

Please review the job details below. Lanteris Space Systems/Intuitive Machines is seeking a motivated and skilled Supplier Manager/SQE. In this role, you will become the person accountable for ensuring that the supplier can produce the right product, to the required quality, on the required schedule, and in accordance with the contractual requirements. The position is responsible for the supplier from initial qualification through delivery. The one person having the complete picture, end-to end supplier performance! This is a remote position. Key Responsibilities Own the overall relationship with assigned suppliers. Establish and track supplier schedule, quality, and delivery performance. Monitor supplier commitments and production readiness. Work with the Supplier to identify and manage supplier risks. Lead supplier performance reviews and executive escalations. Coordinate with Supply Chain and Engineering activities. Ensure suppliers meet contractual, engineering, and quality requirements. Perform supplier assessments and audits, manufacturing and quality processes. Lead supplier corrective actions and root-cause investigations and drive recovery plans when suppliers fall behind. Address nonconformances, escapes, and recurring quality issues. Review first-article/qualification activities and inspection requirements. Monitor quality metrics and drive continuous improvement. Responsible for the 5 KPIs of the job position Supplier Performance — cost, quality, schedule, deliver