Quality Assurance Engineer

Qualifications: B.S./A.S. degree in Engineering or similar discipline with at least three years related experience in quality control/quality assurance/manufacturing. Quality systems knowledge including ISO9001/AS9100. Hands-on experience with machining operations and inspection. Knowledge of gage calibration, SPC, geometric tolerancing, inspection methods, MRB, corrective action resolution, first article inspection and others. Demonstrated proficiency in using statistical process control systems, performing MSA studies, and performing 8D root cause investigations. Experience with machining and/or other manufacturing operations and inspection. Responsibilities: Review customer contracts to ensure conformity to customer and regulatory requirements. Perform gage R&Rs, partake in APQP teams to develop/maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and PPAPs. Work with Mil Specs, Mil Standards, AMS, QQ-S and other aircraft specifications to improve, audit and control the quality of the products. Coordinate and guide the installation of new policies, methods and systems. Work with manufacturing and inspection personnel, conduct competency-based training. Oversee the day-to-day Quality Management System operation and make adjustments or modifications, as required, to improve quality. Work with Engineering to evaluate returned product to determine reason for customer returns. Conduct internal audits in support of the Quality Management System. Complete 8D root cause analysis and support implementation of corrective actions. Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.