Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer I-III at our Lynnwood, WA location.

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer works under immediate supervision and uses established procedures to control and monitor quality, ensuring products are consistent with industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers and Customers
• Collect and analyze production data to evaluate product quality
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommends corrective actions
• Stop production if serious product defects are present
• Monitor quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
• Instruct others in quality control and analytical procedures
• Produce reports regarding nonconformance of products or processes, root cause analyses, or quality trends
• Review statistical studies, regulatory standards and trends in the field of quality control
• Identify critical points in the Value Stream and specify sampling procedures
• Drive qualification of product and process changes to ensure only the highest levels of quality are accepted
• Support audits with Defense, Aerospace and Customer Auditors
• Provide support for failure analysis and reliability testing as required
• Review and approve quality document changes - Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs), deviations
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 0-8 years of Quality Engineering experience
• Knowledge: Understands fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program; Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; Full color acuity; Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in order to meet company standards and deadlines
• Education/Certification: BA or BS degree in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering highly preferred
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). FAA sensitive position - may be subject to a government security investigation to verify eligibility for access to classified information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing setting
• ASQC Quality Engineer Certification

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer, microscope
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk/work cell

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

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Salary range:
Level I: $80,600.00 - $97,600.00 (0-2+ yrs of experience)

Level II: $95,600.00 - $112,400.00 (3+ yrs of experience)
Level III: $115,000.00 - $135,400.00 (5+ yrs of experience)

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.