Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer

SUMMARY

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineers ensure product quality through the development, documentation, and application of quality assurance methodologies, under minimal direct supervision. Assist in the management of an integrated quality management software database that tracks the status of documents, audits, customers, suppliers, capital and calibrated equipment, training, initiatives, and nonconformance’s. Performs as a Lead Auditor for Internal and External Auditing functions. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs as Lead Auditor in both the Internal and External Auditing functions.
• Develops and performs compliance audits for applicable industry and regulatory requirements.
  • Regulatory US/International (FAA, EASA, GCAA, ITAR/EAR, etc.)
  • Process (NDT, Special Process, QMS, etc.)
  • Industry (ISO 9001/AS9100, ISO 14001 EMS, etc.)
• Plans, organizes, and facilitates Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Planning events.
• Assist in the development of strategies and procedures in response to QMS changes.
• Reviews and recommends improvements to the Quality Management System as required to ensure compliance with contract requirements. 
• Participates in document control management including external technical data.
• Interface with customer representatives and act as a liaison for quality related matters as assigned including delegated source inspection.
• Utilizes the ERP system to identify customer contract or purchase order requirements, and communicates them to the organization to ensure compliance
• Complete initial / recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist the supervisor in leading, coaching, mentoring, training, and motivating team members. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

The individual employed in this position is expected to dress appropriately (determined by area in which their work is performed), report to work on time, have excellent work habits, and have a cooperative and positive attitude in the work setting; exhibits respect and professionalism when interacting with customers, and all employees; must adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience in the aviation or aerospace industry.
• 5 to 7 years of previous experience with the ISO 9001/AS9100 Standard and FAA regulations.
• Familiarity with Lean / Six Sigma / continuous improvement concepts. 
• Capable of interpreting engineering drawings and technical data.
• Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office software and other company and discipline specific software applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, when needed. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

• Read, write, and understand the English language. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

ASQ CQA certification is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist. 

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Standard office environment. 
• Infrequent exposure to noise, smells, dust and fumes typically associated in an industrial manufacturing / aviation environment.
• Occasional, general proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical and chemical.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.