Quality Engineer (UAV, Robotics)

Overview:

Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident

100% on site in Thousand Oaks Area

W2 with full benefits

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Summary

The QE establishes effective Problem Reporting and CAPA systems for Containment, Correction & Prevention Actions and Documentation of non-conformances. The Quality Engineer will have either Customer Quality responsibilities or Product Quality responsibilities, in addition to the general responsibilities outlined.

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
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 5 - 8 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
• Ability to communicate with customer and suppliers to resolve processes gaps and the ability to apply specified requirements in a cost-effective approach
• 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
• 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

• Demonstrates initiative to work efficiently and to streamline processes. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments
• Has a full understanding of one's specialization and 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
• Demonstrates proficiency using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Regularly required to stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

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