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Quality Engineer – Sr
Company | AeroVironment |
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Location | Simi Valley, CA, USA |
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Salary | $102708 – $145530 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Minimum of 8 – 12 years of related experience
- Experience and a strong understanding of DMAIC, FMEA, PPAP, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gage R&R Studies and lean manufacturing methodologies
- Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001:AS9100, AS9102 standards and audits
- Demonstrates proficiency using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to communicate with customer and suppliers to resolve processes gaps and the ability to apply specified requirements in a cost-effective approach
- Ability to collect, compile and analyze data (using the appropriate six sigma methods and techniques); to determine both the actual root causes of identified problems and required corrective (preventive) actions to prevent recurrence
- Able to affect internal and external DPPM (scrap and rework) reduction and OTD improvements both internally and at our suppliers
- Knowledge of dimensional inspection measurement systems and their application for the inspection of complex products – a full understanding of ASME Y14.5 (GD&T). Expertise in mechanical inspection methods and skills
Responsibilities
- Coordinate work with Quality Technicians and inspectors as necessary
- Perform training on BMS procedures with workforce, as required. Provides internal auditing support
- Responsible for driving corrective action and failure analysis in a timely manner
- Participate in Product Readiness Reviews (PRR) and coordinate Final Inspection activities
- Provide guidance and assistance in quality enhancement strategies and the interpretation of workmanship criteria
- Perform process capabilities analysis on key characteristics; implementing Inspection and Quality Plans
- Conduct internal audit activities including but not limited to quality management systems, purchasing, contract review process, and manufacturing
- Drive trend improvements on the internal & external quality in support of strategic business objectives
- Build stable, productive internal/external working relationships using effective interpersonal skills. Effectively articulate concepts and ideas to both technical and non-technical staff
- Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways while applying company policies and procedures
- Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factor
- Ensure product acceptance criteria reflects the customer’s definition of fitness for use
- Correspond, as required, with customer representatives to ensure a thorough understanding of their needs and expectations
- Participate in the review of engineering specifications to ensure the inclusion of adequate quality and reliability requirements
- Work to reduce defects in various processes through data analysis and team problem-solving
- Review customer contracts and purchase orders to identify requirements and flow down new customer requirements to all functions
- Review New Product Integration (NPI) customer specifications to flow down new requirements to all functions and ensure in establishing compliance to customer requirements
- Perform PPAP’s (production part approval process)
- Act as liaison for the development & LRIP areas on matters related to NPI process & first article inspection
- Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead)
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
- Strong written/verbal communication, analytical, time management and problem solving skills
- Ability to work well as both an individual contributor and as a member of a team
- Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
- Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
- Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
- Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
- Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests