Project Quality Engineer

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Job Title:

Project Quality Engineer

Reporting To:

Director, Space Sect Business Unit

Work Schedule:

Onsite - Buffalo, NY

Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage  ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of "equipping those who defend freedom." We are also "revolutionizing the way to space" by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs.

The Project Augustus team in the Moog Space and Defense Group is looking for a Project Quality Assurance Engineer . The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible to plan, maintain and administer an effective Quality Control Plan possessing a high degree of integrity at cost consistent with the contract and appropriate risk levels. The Project Quality Assurance Engineer promotes the highest standards of quality and understands the important nature of the very complex hardware Moog produces.

This position can be located at our East Aurora, NY; or Niagara Falls, NY; locations.

To be considered for the Project Quality Assurance Engineer position, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

* Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related degree

* At least 7 years of experience as a Quality Engineer

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment including experience with AS9100 or other similar quality management system

* Ability to manage in a fast-paced growth environment

* This job requires an active US Government security clearance

* Ability to manage through influence without direct line reporting in some cases

As a Project Quality Engineer, you will:

* Plan, maintain and administer an effective Quality Control Plan possessing a high degree of integrity at cost consistent with the contract and appropriate risk level.

* Develop complex production and development Quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test processes, and final inspection

* Represent the quality function on the PMO Staff. Be a key stakeholder on program teams in meeting contractual requirements and driving crucial quality related decisions for our customers.

* Coordinate resources with appropriate functional management across Moog sites.

* Implement company policy and assure compliance of Moog systems and procedures to appropriate governmental regulations.

* Act as the primary interface between Moog and its supplier base for quality related issues including ensuring that the suppliers can adhere to Moog's quality flow down requirements, acting as the technical liaison for supplier issues, and establishing root cause and corrective actions for arising nonconformances. Travel to suppliers will be required.

* Participate in program review meetings with Moog and Moog's customer.

* Apply problem solving techniques and conduct quality engineering studies to improve production, reduce inspection cost, and prevent cost due to failure. These studies require mastery of analysis techniques and the ability to develop new systems or procedures.

* Review materials for disposition and lead root cause and corrective action analyses and failure analyses with teams solving emerging problems.

* Work effectively with teams that may include customers, suppliers, operations personnel, and personnel from other Engineering disciplines, to identify and implement verifiable solutions. This requires a collaborative and creative approach to complex problem solving.

* Most importantly, you'll be relied upon to have integrity, and as someone who won't be afraid to stand up and say "STOP - we have a problem we that need to address right away." You may have found that this type of environment hasn't been encouraged where you've worked in the past, but it is here. You'll have the strength of Moog's culture behind you to support it.

How we care for you:

* Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

* Work/Life Balance:
Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance

* Health & Welfare:
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages

* Professional Skills Development:
Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

* Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace:
Inclusive culture rooted in our values,…