Quality Engineer Sr - E3

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 the bachelors level or higher, preferably in a Technical, Industrial or Quality Assurance related field or equivalent experience/education

Must be able obtain a Secret level security clearance

Engineering or Quality experience developing methods, work instructions and procedures for inspection of manufactured products

An understanding of engineering drawings requirements mechanical and electrical inspection methods

Ability to interpret Drawings, Specifications, Contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes, and related Performance Metrics

Demonstrated ability to use casual analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex

Experience in dispositioning of non-conforming products

Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management

Ability to travel 25%-50%

Desired Skills

Awareness of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CSQ) and / or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)

Thorough understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

Demonstrated team leadership skills

Customer Relationship Management skills

Experience working with Government customers
Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Demonstrated presentation skills

Effective interpersonal skills including team building and collaboration

Effective communication skills including written, oral, listening and technical writing

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