Quality Engineer II

Job Description:Position Summary: The Quality Engineer position will work closely to solve quality problems and support new development programs, legacy programs, and conduct internal audits.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Quality Engineer has a broad range of duties, including: Working closely with Engineering to ensure that designs meet applicable quality requirements. Plan and perform internal quality audits and execute action items. Lead quality initiatives to reduce scrap and rework by developing and facilitating cross-functional teams. Conducting quality investigations. Be an active participant in the material review board. Provide quality function support by working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to manage customer relations, expectations, needs and satisfaction. Independently drive and direct actions with departmental groups to maintain MRB and RMA issues. Drive key quality performance metrics: DPPM, OTD, Cost of Quality, Customer Scorecards, Internal Audit Risk and Effectiveness, Supplier Performance, Contract Review. Source inspection liaison Travel to customer and supplier locations as required.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Supporting new product introduction programs by creating and maintaining the following as required: Production Part Approval Process Advanced Product Quality Planning Zero Defects Program Control Plans Inspection Plans Inspection Reports First Article Inspection Reports Supplier Approval and Development Attend NPI meetings including Preliminary Design Reviews Critical Design Reviews Make Buy Reviews Monitor Progress of NPI programs through manufacturing and into production Conduct purchase order reviews related to NPI and production programs Interact with customers on NPI and production programs Engage in problem solving with engineering, operations, and supply chain on NPI and production programs Support shipments of NPI and production programs Conduct internal audits Become a designated quality representative when required by the customer

Required Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and specifications. Proven track record of partnering with manufacturing and engineering Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action. Experience with formal quality and operations systems. Capable of reviewing and interpreting drawings, contracts / POs, and applicable processing standards. Skilled at performing First Article inspections. Proficiency with MS Office applications:Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. An understanding of use and application of statistics and SPC. Six Sigma preferred

Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree in Engineering required 9 to 10plus years working in the aerospace and or automotive industry in a quality, engineering, or manufacturing capacity. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume job shop Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D Quality Management System processes. Due to ITAR restrictions an export license may be required

Other Skills: Computer Literacy in Excel, Minitab, CAD and Visio Advanced problem solving and advanced data analysis techniques Knowledge in and experience in 8D problem solving techniques, SPC and statistical analysis

Physical Requirements: Continuous periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and phone. Prolonged time standing. Must be able to occasionally lift 25 pounds at a time. Frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.

Other Due to contracts with the United States Government, the candidate must be either a US Citizen or Green card holder Compensation

Salary Minimum: $100,000 Salary Maximum: $120,000

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting.The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

Benefits are included: Medical, dental, vision, 401K, and other perks.