Job Description:

SUMMARY: Evaluate quality processes, procedures and statistical techniques, analyze production and service limitations and standards; recommend revisions of specifications when indicated; assist in the formulation of quality policies and procedures; continuously interfacing with all engineering departments as well as with customers and suppliers on quality related issues. Responsible for specific customers, programs and projects, reviewing customer quotes and contracts for quality requirements and ship acceptable quality products to the customer. Provide direction and mentorship to less-experienced engineers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: With minimum supervision prepare quality plans as required and review planning for approval or rejection recommending process improvements, reviewing andor approving changes to the specifications and procedures, review costs associated with quality requirements. Has a clear understanding of the knowledge and skill necessary to satisfactorily perform all assigned responsibilities including review of all documents and procedures. Analyze compiled data from tests and inspection reports to identify problems. Reviews data and submits results to Quality Control for review and action with regards to any rejected materials (or processes) on assigned jobs. Daily interaction with internal Engineering group including Design and Manufacturing Engineers, identifying product quality problems making independent decisions on the method of resolution. Serve as a Quality Assurance representative as a member of the Material Review Board (MRB) participating in various continuous improvement projects in an effort to identify and resolve recurring product problems. Leads failure investigations, issues corrective action, preventative action and customer complaints to the responsible parties. Perform lean and process improvement projects in a team environment. While assisting production personnel with quality issues, approves or rejects any reworkrepair instructions for discrepant material. Review all quotescontracts, work orders, Purchase Requisitions, Assembly Procedures (AP) and Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP). Request and coordinate customergovernment source inspection needs between customer, government and company. Attends all meetings involving customergovernment source representatives. Prepare and review final data package, making sure an acceptable quality product is delivered to the customer. Perform internal audit as well as assists in completing "external" audits. Perform training to other quality engineers.QUALIFICATIONS: Exposure to Government contracts and familiarity with ISO 9001:2000, AS9100B:2004. Knowledge of inspection methods in the design and fabrication of product is required. Able to work with various internal groups and teams and have the ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple tasks, simultaneous projects and deadlines. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, to support effective correspondence with internal as well as external customerssuppliers. Requires minimum supervision and must be able to make independent decisions. Proficient in the use of MS Office software such as Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to read and interpret Blueprint drawings and specifications. EDUCATION andor EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering discipline with minimum of eight (8) years of experience andor training in a Quality Assurance Department in an Aerospace manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.