Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

that support sustainable growth and innovation.This role goes beyond day-to-day quality management. You'll contribute to defining ways of working, influencing direction, and partnering with suppliers to build a resilient, collaborative, and future-ready supply chain.You will report directly to our VP of Procurement & Supply Chain, with a functional reporting line to the Director of Quality. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining delivery with the opportunity to help shape the systems, standards, and processes that will support Vertical's transition from development into production and service.What you'll doContribute to and implement supplier quality strategy aligned to business growth, certification, and industrialisation goalsDevelop and continuously improve supplier quality processes, governance, and standards, including performance management and risk mitigationBuild strong, effective ways of working across suppliers, engineering, operations, and procurement teamsSupport

supplier development activities, working collaboratively to improve capability, maturity, and performance across the networkMonitor and improve supplier quality performance, using data and insights to guide continuous improvementBuild trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers, acting as a visible and approachable quality partnerIdentify and manage risk, supporting proactive quality planning and early issue detectionHelp ensure processes, tools, and governance evolve as the organisation grows and production scalesWhat you'll bringDegree in engineering (or similar) preferred; equivalent practical experience also valuedStrong experience in supplier quality within aerospace (ideally around 10 years), with familiarity with standards such as AS9100 (or AS13100) and Part 21G and/or JExperience supporting supplier audits, development, and continuous improvement, including use of problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, and PFMEAExperience working with suppliers on new
product introduction / industrialisation, alongside the ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand manufacturing processesStrong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships, contribute to team development, and adapt in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to travel globally (~25%), primarily within Europe with some further travel as requiredWhat can you expect from us?We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly

towards our goal. Our benefitsOur people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.26 days holiday, plus bank holiday5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnershipAdditional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefitsAward-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performanceCompany Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employeeCompany Pension Scheme - 5% and we match itBreakfast on us, every dayWe may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.Disclaimer StatementWe encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to
providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.LocationBristol OfficeEmployment TypeFull timeDepartmentProcurement