Woodward, Inc

Customer Quality Engineer II or III

Woodward, Inc • $75K — $142K *
Loves Park, IL 61111In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 3 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology related field.
  • 3-5 years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing for Level II; 6-8+ years for Level III.
  • Previous experience in customer-facing role, leading RCCAs with cross-functional teams.
  • NPI project execution experience is required.
  • Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145.
  • Familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and monitor quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
  • Identify and resolve quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise.
  • Provide informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
  • Document and communicate quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders for Level II.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans for compliance with industry standards for Level III.
  • Lead small scale quality improvement projects, coordinating resources and managing timelines.

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%).
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%).
  • Tuition reimbursement and Professional Development opportunities.
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision Insurance from the date of hire.
  • Vacation / Sick Time, Vacation Buy-up, Short Term Disability, and Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave and Adoption Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability options.
  • Member referral bonus and Voluntary benefits for home/auto insurance discounts and legal assistance.
Full Job Description
Customer Quality Engineer II or III

LEVEL II
  • Estimated annual base pay: $75,000(minimum) - $97,000(midpoint) - $120,000(maximum)


LEVEL III
  • Estimated annual base pay: $89,000(minimum) - $116,000(midpoint) - $142,000(maximum)


All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including:
    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave


LEVEL II

Key Responsibilities:
  • Quality Assurance Execution: Implements and monitors quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
  • Problem Analysis: Identifies and resolves quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise and judgment.
  • Team Mentorship: Provides informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols and practices.
  • Cross Functional Collaboration: Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
  • Quality Reporting: Documents and communicates quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders.


Key Skills:
  • Quality Assurance: Expertise in implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes and standards to ensure product excellence.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Proficient in identifying and analyzing the underlying causes of quality issues using industry standard methodologies.
  • Process Improvement: Skilled in evaluating and enhancing manufacturing or business processes to optimize quality outcomes and efficiency.
  • Technical Documentation: Ability to create, manage, and maintain accurate technical documentation and quality reports.
  • Data Analysis: Experienced in analyzing quality data and metrics to inform decision making and drive continuous improvement.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Knowledgeable in relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring all processes meet compliance requirements.
  • Communication: Capable of clearly explaining complex quality related information to team members and stakeholders in straightforward situations.
  • Problem Solving: Adept at resolving quality related problems using technical judgment, experience, and established precedents.
  • Team Collaboration: Effective in working within team guidelines and policies, positively impacting both personal and team quality outputs.
  • Mentoring: Provides informal guidance and support to new team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.


Successful candidates typically have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology related field
  • 3-5 years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field
  • Previous experience in customer-facing role, leading RCCAs with cross-functional teams
  • NPI project execution
  • Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145
  • Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP


LEVEL III

Key Responsibilities:
  • Quality Assurance Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Problem Resolution: Identify, analyze, and resolve complex quality issues by leveraging advanced problem-solving techniques and multi-source information.
  • Project Leadership: Lead small scale quality improvement projects, coordinating resources and managing timelines to achieve project objectives.
  • Best Practices Implementation: Integrate industry best practices into quality processes, ensuring continuous improvement and competitive differentiation.
  • Mentorship and Support: Serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.


Key Skills:
  • Quality Assurance: Expertise in developing and implementing quality assurance methodologies and standards.
  • Complex Problem Solving: Ability to analyze and resolve intricate quality related issues independently.
  • Project Management: Skilled in managing and leading small to medium sized quality engineering projects from initiation to completion.
  • Technical Analysis: Proficient in analyzing quality data, metrics, and performance indicators to drive improvements.
  • Leadership: Acts as a knowledgeable resource for less experienced colleagues and leads project initiatives with manageable risks.
  • Effective Communication: Capable of explaining difficult or sensitive quality information clearly and building consensus among stakeholders.
  • Risk Management: Identifies potential quality risks and implements strategies to mitigate them within project parameters.
  • Continuous Improvement: Applies best practices and integrates quality engineering processes with other business areas to enhance overall performance.
  • Regulatory Compliance: In depth understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations to ensure products meet required specifications.
  • Data Driven Decision Making: Utilizes data analytics to inform and guide quality engineering decisions and strategies.


Successful candidates typically have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology related field
  • 6-8+ years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field
  • Previous experience in customer-facing role, leading RCCAs with cross-functional teams
  • NPI project execution
  • Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145
  • Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP


Additional key Skills:
  • Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145.
  • Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP.

About Woodward, Inc

Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Woodward is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, and serves customers worldwide.
Learn more about Woodward, Inc
Size
7,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$228.5 million
Founded
1870
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ
WWD
* Ladders Estimates

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