EnsignBickford Aerospace & Defense Co

Quality Engineer

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in science or engineering with an emphasis on electro/mechanical engineering
  • Experience with high precision machined parts and assembly operations
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems
  • Familiarity with engineering specifications, mechanical drawings, and GD&T
  • Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) experience
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP planning systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality functions from proposal to shipment, ensuring compliance with customer requirements
  • Host and participate in customer and internal quality audits
  • Interface with suppliers and customers on quality requirements
  • Develop, modify, and document quality assurance programs and systems
  • Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA)
  • Interpret and adapt quality standards and government regulations
  • Analyze design reliability and quality for process recommendations
  • Collaborate with Engineering to ensure quality readiness for production
  • Oversee quality during production including materials, processes, and field failures

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Engagement in high-impact projects within aerospace
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Potential for travel to engage with suppliers and customers
  • Access to quality training programs like Six Sigma certification
Full Job Description
EBAD is seeking a Quality Engineer with 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 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.
  • 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 - $140,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

About EnsignBickford Aerospace & Defense Co

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBA&D) is a leading supplier of energetic materials, non-lethal products, and weapon systems to the aerospace and defense industry. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Simsbury, Connecticut. EBA&D's products are used in a wide range of applications including missile systems, aircraft ejection seats, and space launch vehicles. The company has a long history of innovation and has been awarded numerous patents for its technologies. EBA&D is a subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries, a privately held company that also operates in the mining and petrochemical industries.
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