Level 3 Communications, Inc

Associate Manager, Quality Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience or a graduate degree with 4 years of related experience; 10 years of experience may substitute for a degree.
  • Active Top-Secret / SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.
  • Experience with AS9100D compliance preferred, particularly in the aerospace or defense sectors.
  • Certification in quality management or engineering (CMQ/OE or CQE) is a plus.
  • Proficiency with PLM software like Oracle Agile, Windchill, or similar is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support a team of Quality Technicians, setting goals and providing guidance for operational success.
  • Coordinate resolution of non-conformances through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Review technical documents to ensure they meet established quality and compliance standards.
  • Investigate nonconformities and recommend actionable corrective measures as necessary.
  • Drive process improvements in quality management systems to enhance operational performance.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain to manage material acquisition and oversee supplier quality actions.
  • Conduct quality control audits and suggest improvements to processes.

Benefits

  • Flexible 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities for leadership development and team management.
  • Potential for domestic travel depending on project needs.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Associate Manager, Quality Engineer
Job Code: 38048
Job Location: Palm Bay, FL
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:
We're seeking a Program Quality Engineer to lead our commitment to product excellence. You'll take ownership of designing, developing, and implementing quality standards and testing methodologies that safeguard product integrity and accuracy. As a leader, you'll guide and inspire a team of Quality Technicians, providing direction and oversight while ensuring all work meets rigorous contractual and regulatory requirements. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on product quality while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic environment.

Essential Functions:
• Plans and establishes goals, objectives, tasking, coaching, and support as needed for a team of Quality Technicians with direct impact on immediate and long-term operational results for the department.
• Coordinates and leads the resolution of non-conformances, including MRB, root cause analysis, developing and implementing corrective actions and verifying effectiveness of corrective actions taken for assigned programs.
• Reviews product drawings and documents for completeness, correctness, and compliance with L3Harris document standards.
• Runs or supports investigations into the cause for discrepancies and nonconformities to develop disposition and recommend corrective action plans. Leads material review board and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities.
• Continuously looks for opportunities to make moderate to substantial improvements in processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area.
• Works with Supply Chain to set up material acquisition and manages supplier corrective actions.
• Perform audits of quality control processes, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for corrective action.
• Trains team members on quality control processes, procedures, and policies, ensuring that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their jobs effectively.
• Occasional domestic travel.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum 6 years prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Active Top-Secret / SCI with Polygraph security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:
• Experience working programs requiring compliance to AS9100D, including the space addendum.
• ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Experience with Oracle Agile PLM, Windchill, Cincom, and DOORS software suites.
• Supplier Quality / Supplier Development experience.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Practical knowledge in leading and managing projects, processes, and employees.
• Strong knowledge and skills within the Quality profession.

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