Ensign-Bickford Industries
Quality Engineer- Electronics
Ensign-Bickford Industries, Simsbury, Connecticut, us, 06070
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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Job Description EBAD is seeking a Quality Engineer with experience working in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality requirements. The candidate will be responsible for quality engineering, system and process improvements, supplier development and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures. Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations Actively participate in IPTs, FMEAs, new product development, and product failure investigations Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits. Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems Maintain product First Article status in accordance with customer and AS9102 requirements Develop IPs for suppliers and internal manufacturing Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements Works closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness Facilitate customer and/or government source inspection Verify customer requirements though creation of End Item Data Packages Requirements: The successful candidate preferably will have a BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering. Experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement and strong problem-solving skills Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems. Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques Fundamental knowledge of root cause/corrective and preventative action and the ability to walk project teams and customers through the analysis Understanding of, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems Strong skills in MS Windows - Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project Preferred skills: IPC & J-STD Specification knowledge Electronics Testing Experience (Oscilloscopes, Meters, Power Supplies, etc.) Six Sigma Black or Green Belt ASQ CQE/CQM Certification Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Job Description EBAD is seeking a Quality Engineer with experience working in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality requirements. The candidate will be responsible for quality engineering, system and process improvements, supplier development and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures. Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations Actively participate in IPTs, FMEAs, new product development, and product failure investigations Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits. Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems Maintain product First Article status in accordance with customer and AS9102 requirements Develop IPs for suppliers and internal manufacturing Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements Works closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness Facilitate customer and/or government source inspection Verify customer requirements though creation of End Item Data Packages Requirements: The successful candidate preferably will have a BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering. Experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement and strong problem-solving skills Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems. Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques Fundamental knowledge of root cause/corrective and preventative action and the ability to walk project teams and customers through the analysis Understanding of, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems Strong skills in MS Windows - Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project Preferred skills: IPC & J-STD Specification knowledge Electronics Testing Experience (Oscilloscopes, Meters, Power Supplies, etc.) Six Sigma Black or Green Belt ASQ CQE/CQM Certification Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.