What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer, QC Continuous Improvement position at FTAI Aviation LLC?
Quality Engineer: Continuous Improvement
Location: Miami, Florida
ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)
FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on the Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) of CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including The Module Factory and a joint venture to distribute engine PMA helps make CFM56 and V2500 engine maintenance simpler, more cost-effective, significantly faster, and more environmentally friendly. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.
FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montreal, Singapore, Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the VP of Quality, the Quality Engineer is responsible for product quality planning, evaluation, and control, while ensuring continuous production consistent with industry, government, and customer’s requirements. The Quality Engineer supports the development, execution, and maintenance of the Quality Management System and leads Continuous Improvement initiatives.
This role works with internal and external stakeholders driving a World-Class Maintenance Repair and Exchange operation.
Responsibilities:
- Supports day-to-day operations at the MRO and ETC sites.
- Controls nonconforming material, directs containment activities, supports timely disposition, and performs Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis.
- Leads the creation of Corrective and Preventive Action Plans and their implementation.
- Identifies and leads Continuous Improvement projects for quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Performs process analysis and improvements by documenting products, resources, and information flow using lean tools.
- Supports the development of the Quality Management System.
- Supports the effective performance of the Quality Management System, gathers data, monitors KPIs, and submits reports and improvement plans.
- Supports internal audits of the QMS and launches corrective actions to address findings as necessary.
- Oversees supplier quality.
- Reviews and implements changes to procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation and assist in assessing impact.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Aeronautical, or related discipline.
- 5 Years of experience in Quality, Continuous Improvement, and/or Operational Excellence.
- 3 Years of Experience in aviation MRO.
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving tools and methods.
- Knowledge of Lean and Continuous Improvement tools.
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (i.e.AS or ISO).
- Ability to learn 14 CFR part 43, 65, and 145.
- Fluent in English.
Preferred Experience/Qualifications:
- 5 Years of experience in MRO
- Training/Certification in QMS standards, (i.e.AS or ISO).
- Training/Certification in Six Sigma
Job Demands:
Work is performed in a Shop environment and requires the ability to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly; to manipulate up to 100lbs. with assistance. Must be able to bend, stoop, climb to reach materials, and work in a noisy environment.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:
Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.