Quality Engineer II
Sierra Nevada CorporationAbout the role
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives across the production lifecycle.
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.
- Design and refine processes and mechanisms to enhance product quality and efficiency.
- Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
- Ensure all activities comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define quality requirements and objectives.
- Investigate and document nonconformances (e.g., defects or deviations from requirements) and manage nonconformance reports (NCRs) to ensure timely resolution.
- Participate in lean initiatives, Six Sigma projects, and other quality improvement programs.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 2+ Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
- Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Knowledge and utilization of AS9100, ISO 9001 and other applicable Military and statutory standards and specifications.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality management systems (QMS).
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and database experience.
- Statistical analysis experience.
- Experience participating in external audits as guide.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Six Sigma Green Belt
Essential Functions:
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
- Requirement to be on feet for a significant portion of the work shift.
- Majority of work hours spent on a computer.
- Hand/finger dexterity for using testing and inspection tools.
- Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
- Occasional travel may be required for audits and supplier visits.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business
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