Quality Engineer

AFB International$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in science or engineering with a focus on electro/mechanical engineering preferred
  • Experienced in quality engineering in a manufacturing setting
  • Experience with high precision machined parts and assembly
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Supplier Quality Assurance experience
  • Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality functions for programs from proposal to shipment
  • Host and participate in customer and internal quality audits
  • Interface with suppliers and customers on program quality needs
  • Develop, coordinate, and maintain quality assurance programs
  • Issue and manage corrective actions for suppliers and internally
  • Advise on quality standards and government regulations
  • Analyze design reliability to recommend process enhancements
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering for production quality readiness

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules
  • Support for continuing education and certifications
Full Job Description

Job Description

EBAD is seeking aQuality Engineerwith experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality requirements. The candidate will be responsible for quality engineering, system and process improvements, and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures.

  • Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations.
  • Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits.
  • Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements.
  • Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems.
  • Issue formal supplier corrective actions (SCARs) and work with them to resolve problems.
  • Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).
  • Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.
  • Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
  • Works closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness.
  • Track action plans from supplier audits and assessments and monitor their activity for completion and correctness on a daily basis.
  • Leads quality in production activities: Factory materials, process, assemblies, products, and field failures (RMA).

Requirements:

The successful candidate preferably will have a BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering.

  • Experience with high precision machined parts and assembly operations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
  • Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
  • Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Supplier Quality Assurance experience.
  • Understanding of, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems.
  • Strong skills in MS Windows Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 10%.

Preferred skills:

Six Sigma Black or Green Belt.ASQ CQE/CQM Certification. Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems. Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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