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This role drives risk-based quality planning, ensuring that outputs from design and process development are effectively translated into control plans and inspection strategies to support scalable, repeatable manufacturing.\nThe NPI Quality Engineer partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality to proactively identify risks, implement controls, and ensure strong product realization from prototype through production.\nKey Responsibilities\nNPI Quality Planning & Execution\nLead quality activities throughout the NPI lifecycle\n\nDevelop and maintain Quality plans aligned with program milestones\n\nUse best practices with regards to compliance with AS9100 / ISO 9001 requirements during product introduction\n\nParticipate in design reviews, gate reviews, first article builds, engineering change reviews, and readiness assessments\n\nRisk Management & FMEA\nLead or participate in Design FMEA (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA) 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structures, propulsion, and hydrodynamics\n\nStrong knowledge of: PFMEA / DFMEA , control plans, inspection planning & metrology, root cause analysis methodologies\n\nExperience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar QMS standards\n\nBasic proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, etc.)\n\nAbility to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nInvolvement in both small and large scale NPI / product lifecycle activities\n\nFamiliarity with ASME Codes and Standards\n\nExperience working in integration/production environments\n\nHands-on experience with MRB and nonconformance systems\n\nPhysical Demands\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer\n\nOccasional standing and walking within the office\n\nManual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment\n\nVisual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports\n\nOccasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or 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helpline\nAdditional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office\nSaronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees\nIf this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).\nSaronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. 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