Quality Engineer III - Aerospace

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Quality and Compliance Manager, the Quality Engineer III is responsible for utilizing an advanced set of theory combined with practical application to maximize the overall quality of manufactured product with an area of focus involving overall customer experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Utilize six sigma methodologies to improve the quality output of processes by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing and business processes

Define, describe, and distinguish between various continuous improvement models, including Total Quality Management (TQM), six sigma, and theory of constraints

Lead development of product and process control methods, including review and approval of control plans and reviewing critical control points

Lead activities involved in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), including Product Part Approval Process (PPAP), by demonstrating a deep understanding of quality tools and tool use

Continuously review and improve the identification and application of elements of the corrective action process, including problem identification, failure analysis, root cause analysis, problem correction, recurrent control, and verification of effectiveness

Participate in the development of Quality Strategic Planning (QSP), Cost of Quality, Measuring Quality and other measurement activities to provide organization with stronger tools to analyze quality performance

Continuously review and improve the Identification and application of various preventive action tools, such as error-proofing/poka-yoke, and robust design, and analyze their effectiveness

Function as the lead quality engineering representative for specific customer accounts by supporting customer inquiries and complaints, leading customer audits, and supporting business reviews, where applicable

Manage data collection plans, including consideration of how the data will be collected, including check sheets, data coding techniques and automated data collection

Participate in ISO 9001, AS9100, and federal and civil regulatory activities as determined by Quality Management

Support manufacturing operations, including quality trending and data analysis, and oversee containment initiatives

Support data flow and identification on area continuous improvement boards

Support kaizen activity and related continuous improvement activities

Contributes to team effort in a collaborative and supportive manner

Maintain a clean, organized work environment and adhere to all safety standards, procedures, and regulations

Adhere to all factory safety procedures and guidelines

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

QUALIFICATIONS 

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field with five (5+) years of relevant quality and manufacturing experience, or a high school diploma with ten (10+) years of relevant quality and manufacturing experience, five (5+) years of quality engineering experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Conversational in any other language is a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS (Select only what is applicable)

Examples:

Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Statistics: Interpret and analyze numerical data using statistical methods.

Basic algebra: The ability to manipulate symbols and equations to find unknown values, express relationships, and model situations.

Basic Geometry: The ability to understand and work with shapes, angles, lines, and planes.

JOB SKILLS

Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.

Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.

Experience within the Aerospace Industry with exposure to AS9100 and FAA regulations preferred

Outstanding organizational skills and experience with managing multiple deadlines at once

Strong technical skills including the ability to read and understand technical drawings

Proficient in communicating information to individuals and groups in both written and presentation form

Minitab experience preferred

Strong desire to work in a team made up of a cross functional group of individuals

Self-starter that can work extended hours as required to satisfy customer deadlines

Ability to be flexible and able to function comfortably in a fast paced, constantly changing, and ambiguous environment while maintaining a positive team environment

Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders and/or special projects to meet customer demands

Understanding and experience in Lean manufacturing environment preferred. Participate in continuous improvement projects and 5S related performance teams.

As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while operating a computer. They frequently use their hands to type, handle objects, and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, reaching at or below shoulder level, and keyboarding. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment: This is an air-conditioned work environment where employees have desks or cubicles and work in a fixed location. The physical environment is usually comfortable, well-lit, and equipped with the necessary facilities and hardware. The company culture is a culture of teamwork, communication, continuous improvement, business casual, strategic, and goal oriented. The working conditions are stable, predictable, and secure.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol Cable & Interconnect Technologies is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.

Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.

Hearing protection in specific locations.

Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Approximately 20% of travel is expected.