Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Join the Team That's Redefining Wireless Technology

At Tarana, we're more than just a fast-growing tech company—we’re a team of bold innovators on a mission to revolutionize broadband. Our groundbreaking Fixed Wireless Access technology is delivering fiber-class internet speeds worldwide, bridging the digital divide in ways previously thought impossible.

Tarana is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to establish a vendor control process and provide timely reports to the MFG team. 

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer with strong project management, people management, and communication skills will have a hands-on approach to leading the development and implementation of the supplier qualification and monitoring process. The ideal candidate for this position possesses a positive, team-first attitude, leads by example, enjoys sharing knowledge to advance the team, and is willing to learn and master new technologies. The individual will work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
What you’ll be doing:

• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers, develop and implement quality plans for suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive improvement initiatives to meet or exceed quality targets.
• Review and feedback on vendor DFM and inspection plans
• Review first article inspection reports
• Work with the supplier to resolve quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Developed and maintained a supplier quality index, utilizing statistical control programs to assure that only high-quality vendors are retained.
• Developed and implemented a quality production program to ensure conformity of purchased material and final products to quality standards.

• Bachelors degree in science or engineering field is required
• 5-10+ years of experience in quality systems for device hardware manufacturing 
• Strong understanding of manufacturing process and quality systems principles
• Proven experience with process validation, root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge and hands-on experience implementing quality systems in contract manufacturing environments
• Prior experience working with manufacturing partners, including process transfer between plants
• Prior wireless and RF experience preferred
• Ability to build and encourage a culture of teamwork
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compensation and Benefits: What we offer: 
We don’t just build next-gen wireless technology — we build people.
The salary range for this position is: $130,000 to $175,000
Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to: skill set, years of experience and the employee’s geographic location.
Tarana provides competitive benefits to employees in this role including: Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K match, flexible time off and stock option.   
Join Tarana and help shape the future of wireless connectivity.