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 a focus on electro/mechanical engineering preferred.
  • Experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
  • Understanding of engineering specifications, mechanical drawings, and GD&T.
  • Proficient in Statistical Process Control techniques and process capability concepts.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly with supplier quality assurance.
  • Familiarity with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality functions from proposal to shipment, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and EBAD expectations.
  • Participate in IPTs and lead FMEAs to establish effective quality solutions.
  • Host and engage in customer and internal quality audits.
  • Interface with suppliers and customers to meet program quality requirements effectively.
  • Develop and document quality assurance programs and systems with ongoing evaluation and maintenance.
  • Establish QA/QC tools for measuring and improving supplier performance.
  • Issue corrective actions to suppliers and guide internal teams on CAPAs.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Travel opportunities, approximately 10% of the time.
  • Collaborative work environment focused on innovation in quality engineering.
  • Engagement with key industry standards and practices.
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, supplier development 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.
  • Actively participate in IPTs and leads FMEAs.
  • 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.
  • Establish QA/QC tools for measuring supplier performance that affect our products and services.
  • 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 (GD26T).
  • 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.

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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