Aurora
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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills. Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you'll solve massively complex problems alongside other passionate, smart people, growing as an expert while broadening your field of knowledge. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn. Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, transfer crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a
Staff Supplier Quality Manager
to join Aurora’s Supplier Quality Management team. The
Staff Supplier Quality Manager
is responsible for Supplier development and maintenance of autonomous vehicle hardware such as Lidars, radars, cameras, as well as photonics technology suppliers. They will be in charge of driving the quality requirements development of sourced parts, sharing these requirements with suppliers, and managing APQP and PPAP submission from suppliers to Aurora. In this role, you will: Support Supplier Quality activities related to Aurora External hardware supplier quality developments, Supplier manufacturing interactions ( APQP/PPAP ). Assess and develop new and existing suppliers, evaluating their capabilities in alignment with
ISO-9001, IATF-16949 , and other company standards and project requirements. Lead suppliers through the
PPAP process , ensuring timely submission and approval of required PPAP elements, documentation, validations, and samples. Conduct
on-site supplier audits
(process and quality system audits) to ensure compliance with automotive and industry standards, identifying areas for improvement. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including
engineering, quality, and manufacturing , to establish clear expectations and resolve technical challenges. Guide suppliers in the implementation of corrective actions and process improvements, following up to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of these measures. Utilize quality tools (e.g.,
FMEA, Control Plans, Process Capability Analysis ) to assess, monitor, and verify supplier quality performance. Support
APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
activities, driving alignment with timelines and deliverables. Address any quality issues through root cause analysis and problem-solving, facilitating sustainable solutions to ensure ongoing compliance. Lead supplier quality process and procedural improvements in addition to documentation development, alignment, and approvals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science,
or a related technical field. 7+ years
of experience in supplier quality, with a strong focus on
electrical, electro-mechanical, or optomechanical components
and
photonics . Proven experience with
PPAP
processes and requirements in an automotive or autonomous vehicle industry setting. Proven experience in both submitting as well as receiving
Part Submission Warrants (PSW) . Knowledge of
APQP, FMEA, 8D problem-solving , and other automotive quality tools and standards. Experience conducting
supplier audits
and developing suppliers in compliance with
IATF 16949
and
ISO 9001
standards. Experience with multi-tier supply chain and supplier quality management. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in quality-related software and statistical analysis tools. Desirable Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field. Experience working with
photonics, optical components , or
sensor technology . Familiarity with autonomous vehicle systems, specifically in
Lidar, Radar, and camera-based components . Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) certification. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience managing supplier relationships and driving cross-functional collaboration. The base salary range for this position is $135,000-$216,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills. Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you'll solve massively complex problems alongside other passionate, smart people, growing as an expert while broadening your field of knowledge. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn. Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, transfer crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a
Staff Supplier Quality Manager
to join Aurora’s Supplier Quality Management team. The
Staff Supplier Quality Manager
is responsible for Supplier development and maintenance of autonomous vehicle hardware such as Lidars, radars, cameras, as well as photonics technology suppliers. They will be in charge of driving the quality requirements development of sourced parts, sharing these requirements with suppliers, and managing APQP and PPAP submission from suppliers to Aurora. In this role, you will: Support Supplier Quality activities related to Aurora External hardware supplier quality developments, Supplier manufacturing interactions ( APQP/PPAP ). Assess and develop new and existing suppliers, evaluating their capabilities in alignment with
ISO-9001, IATF-16949 , and other company standards and project requirements. Lead suppliers through the
PPAP process , ensuring timely submission and approval of required PPAP elements, documentation, validations, and samples. Conduct
on-site supplier audits
(process and quality system audits) to ensure compliance with automotive and industry standards, identifying areas for improvement. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including
engineering, quality, and manufacturing , to establish clear expectations and resolve technical challenges. Guide suppliers in the implementation of corrective actions and process improvements, following up to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of these measures. Utilize quality tools (e.g.,
FMEA, Control Plans, Process Capability Analysis ) to assess, monitor, and verify supplier quality performance. Support
APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
activities, driving alignment with timelines and deliverables. Address any quality issues through root cause analysis and problem-solving, facilitating sustainable solutions to ensure ongoing compliance. Lead supplier quality process and procedural improvements in addition to documentation development, alignment, and approvals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science,
or a related technical field. 7+ years
of experience in supplier quality, with a strong focus on
electrical, electro-mechanical, or optomechanical components
and
photonics . Proven experience with
PPAP
processes and requirements in an automotive or autonomous vehicle industry setting. Proven experience in both submitting as well as receiving
Part Submission Warrants (PSW) . Knowledge of
APQP, FMEA, 8D problem-solving , and other automotive quality tools and standards. Experience conducting
supplier audits
and developing suppliers in compliance with
IATF 16949
and
ISO 9001
standards. Experience with multi-tier supply chain and supplier quality management. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in quality-related software and statistical analysis tools. Desirable Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field. Experience working with
photonics, optical components , or
sensor technology . Familiarity with autonomous vehicle systems, specifically in
Lidar, Radar, and camera-based components . Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) certification. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience managing supplier relationships and driving cross-functional collaboration. The base salary range for this position is $135,000-$216,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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