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This position will design quality standards, develop quality control systems, and determine corrective actions. The role also collaborates with operations managers and supervisors to implement quality controls and improvements.\nResponsibilities\nProduct and Process Monitoring:\nContinuously monitor and evaluate the success of products and processes during production ramp-up using quality tools. \nPrioritize early identification and mitigation of quality issues to ensure smooth transitions to full-scale production.\nNon-Conforming Product Management:\nOversight of containment (suspect or known) non-conforming products. \nProvide clear guidance to technicians, shop supervisors, and engineers on quarantining and rework activities. \nEnsure quick and effective resolution of quality issues to minimize production disruptions.\nRoot Cause Analysis and Failure Investigation:\nPerform detailed investigations of failures at supplier locations, within production, and during testing phases. \nIdentify and address immediate and underlying root causes to mitigate risks and enhance the reliability of designs and processes. \nEmphasize problem-solving to reduce scrap and rework costs.\nCOPQ Management:\nFocus on identifying and reducing the cost of poor quality, including production-related scrap and rework costs. Implement effective strategies and corrective actions to minimize these costs and improve overall profitability.\nBuild Quality Reviews and Design Intent:\nConduct thorough build quality reviews to ensure design intent is met and clearly communicated. Identify and implement opportunities for risk reduction and complexity removal in designs and processes to enhance manufacturability.\nCollaborate closely with integrated product teams to drive continuous improvements and resolve high-impact, recurring non-conformances.\nContinuous Improvement and Lean Production:\nSupport the shop floor in implementing continuous improvement initiatives and advancing a Lean, autonomous production system. \nDevelop standard rework/repair guides, eliminate redundant or unnecessary inspections, and optimize control of critical processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.\nCustomer Interface for Quality Issues:\nAct as the primary interface with customers on quality-related matters. \nEnsure timely and effective communication and resolution of any customer concerns or issues related to product quality.\nQuality Audits and Compliance:\nMaintain and coordinate Mandatory Inspection Points (MIPs) and quality audits to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations, including IPC J-STD requirements. \nEnsure all processes and products meet stringent quality and reliability standards.\nReporting and Metrics:\nGenerate comprehensive reports related to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA). \nUse data-driven insights to drive continuous quality improvements and cost reductions.\nStandards and Best Practices:\nEnsure adherence to best practices and industry standards in electronic assembly and manufacturing processes. Provide training and support to engineering and production teams to uphold these standards consistently.\nQualifications\nEducation/Experience:\nAt least six years of quality engineering experience, preferably in an aerospace environment\nExperience with components used in space applications is desirable.\nRequires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Ability\nIntermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office applications.\nEffective verbal and written communication skills\nProficiency in report writing and data presentation.\nDemonstrated ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment.\nStrong interpersonal skills\nExcellent project management skills\nDemonstrated troubleshooting skills, with the ability to ensure that processes and products consistently meet established quality standards.\nKnowledge of pedigree reviews and customer selloffs is a plus.\nAbility to obtain a Secret security clearance is desirable.\nStellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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