Quality Engineer​/Principal Quality Engineer

Develop, modify, apply and maintain quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place. Introduction to Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), HQMS and Continuous Improvement activities. Maintain Key Performance Metrics (SRR, FTTTY, FTTIY, NDR, CoPQ, test data, etc.) and Charts used to identify trends and track performance process and quality performance.

Knowledge of Test Engineering software Ensure that performance and quality products conform to established company and regulatory standards. Identify and review product non-conformances Use data to make Quality decisions Implement and enforce adherence to PrOp, CADSTAR drawings, QAD, Work Instructions to fit program quality objectives. Support Functional/ Physical Process Assessments. Basic blueprint reading Interpretation of drawings and MIL-STDs Dispositioning and handling of HW defects and non-conformances.

Participate in the resolution of any quality requirements non-conformance, Standard Repairs or exceptions (MRB, DTO, etc.). Present Program Risks and Opportunities within the Cell. Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducting quality assurance tests; and performing statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.

Audit quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Initiate Corrective Action Plans and work with suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering personnel to identify the root cause and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented. Ensure that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements. Work from engineering drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, inspection instructions, and checklists to ensure items meet required specifications and quality standards Lead and implement Continuous Improvements to reduce defect count on manufacturing floor.

May specialize in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality. May be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies. Mentoring employees (Level
3) Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field with a minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in Quality Assurance, which can include investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering field of work performing technical job functions

Experience with Data Analytics and Statistical Analysis methods and techniques Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field with a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in Quality Assurance, which can include investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field of work, performing technical job functions;

OR a minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in Quality Assurance, which can include investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field of work performing technical job functions with a Masters Degree in a STEM field OR a minimum of 1 year of engineering experience in Quality Assurance, which can include investigating failures and identifying root causes or in Manufacturing, Process, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field of work, performing technical job functions with a PhD Degree in a STEM field.

Experience with Data Analytics and Statistical Analysis methods and techniques Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance US Citizenship required

Experience with ISO
9001 or AS9100 Quality Management System and AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI) Green/Black Belt Certified in Lean Six-sigma Certified in Lean and Six-Sigma methodologies Certified auditor SAP Experience Active DoD Secret Clearance Experience using Microsoft Excel, Minitab or equivalent tools for statistical analysis Experience in modern skillsets such as Artificial Intelligence, SQL, Power BI to aid in data analysis and data visualization