Quality Engineer Associate

Standard Job Description

Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.

Basic Qualifications

STEM degree at Bachelor’s level or higher

Ability to focus on continual improvement practices using causal analysis tools to drive corrective and preventive actions.

Be able to effectively communicate with Customer, Program team and other functional departments.

Willingness/ability to travel to support program issues/needs as they arise.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and support engineering activities related to special process surveys and supplier issues.

Strong communication (both oral and written) will be necessary to support the assignment.

Ability to pass visual acuity and color perception exam.

Ability to obtain a clearance.

US Citizen

Desired Skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Knowledge and understanding of electrical and mechanical blueprint reading, critical design attributes and auditing/surveying capabilities.

IPC/J-STD, GD&T familiarity.

Familiarity with AS9100, ISO9001 and NQA-1/10CFR50 Appendix B.

Experience with or certification in lean manufacturing/Lean Six Sigma.

Strong problem solving skills, corrective action and causal analysis techniques.