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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Defense - Onsite PositionCurtiss Wright • Santa Clarita, CA, US
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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Defense - Onsite Position

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Defense - Onsite Position

Curtiss Wright • Santa Clarita, CA, US
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Senior Quality Engineer- Defense-Onsite Position

We have a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer based at our Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Santa Clarita, CA site.

As our Senior Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the Quality Engineering team that supports the multi-site Quality Systems. You will drive continual improvement of the AS9100 certified Quality System and FAA Parts 21 & 145 Repair Station to minimize cost of quality while maximizing customer satisfaction through the delivery of on-time, high quality, highly reliable product.

A background in FAA 145 repair station and Part 21 production in addition to electronics manufacturing, electrical design and experience with IPC 610 Class 3 requirements in aerospace and defense are considered significant weighted preferred experience for this role.

You will demonstrate strong communications skills and the ability to engage across all levels of the organization in building effective relationships. This position will interact with our customers and execute AS9100 / FAA Compliance Activities via internal audits . You will assist with external (AS9100, NADCAP, FAA and DCMA (US Gov.)) audits as well as Aerospace, and Prime Defense Customers) to keep the programs on track and resolve problems real time.

Location : Santa Clarita, CA

Salary : $104,800.00 - $139,800.00 plus bonus.

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

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  • Supports the sites various certifications AS9100, FAA Parts 21 & 145 production and repair processes.

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  • Drives the CAPA process through the organization, including implementation / improvement to tools, training, and metrics.
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  • Manages the assigned Program Customer Quality process, ensuring quick response and effective corrective actions on customer raised SCARS, audit findings and feedback obtained through the Customer Service Index (CSI) process.
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  • Supports the planning and execution of the internal audit plans designed to ensure sustained compliance to AS9100, FAA Parts 21 & 145.
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  • Interact with Program Managers, Supply Chain, Operations, Contracts and other Engineering disciplines to ensure compliance to Quality requirements and resolve Customer and Product Line nonconformances as required.
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  • Supports the FRB / MRB process in an efficient and effective manner to keep material flowing aging / inventory values and drives reductions in product defects through continuous improvement.
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  • Performs root cause analysis (8D,5 Whys) of identified manufacturing issues and identify appropriate corrective and preventive action.
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  • Leverages a strong foundation in Lean & Six Sigma methodology to support continual process improvement and product yield investigations in support of improving customer satisfaction.
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  • Provides QA support on the implementation of Engineering Change Orders, Program Instructions, Waivers and Material Substitution Requests
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  • Represents Quality at monthly & quarterly Business, Operations and Global Quality Reviews.
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  • Supports quality in the product life cycle (Proposal, Design, Production, Services and Sustainment.
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  • Performs COPQ Data Extraction / Analysis / Compilation and improvements
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  • Lead Root Cause and Corrective Actions for customer found issues
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  • Supports ESD, MSD, 5S & ROHS Management programs as required.
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  • Ad-Hoc Travel will be required to visit customers, carry out audits and meet periodically to discuss quality plans face-to-face at other C5ISR sites within the division.
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    What You Bring : \n

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace / Electrical / Mechanical / Software Engineering or technical equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience or Graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
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  • In lieu of a degree, candidates may be considered with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience within the aerospace and defense industry or military experience commensurate in with the position responsibilities, skills and experience required.
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  • Experience with the implementation and maintenance of a registered AS9100 QMS applied to both manufacturing and product development - preferably within an FAA Part 145 & 21 environment.
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  • Knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21 and 145 is a plus
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  • Approachable hands-on style with the ability to engage with people at all levels of management.
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  • Excellent English Language written and oral communication skills; composing written reports and other communications is required.
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  • Superior analytical skills, capable of using current computer analysis tools (Microsoft Office, Outlook plus others applicable programs).
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  • Encourages high level collaboration of cross-functional teams.
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  • Knowledgeable in the interpretation and application of the following standards : J-STD-001, IPC- A-600, IPC-A-610 Rev D Class 3, IPC / WHMA-A-620, IPC-7711 / 7721.
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  • 8D or other structured problem-solving methodology expertise.
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  • ASQ CMQOE and / or ASQ CQE will be considered significant assets
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  • Experience interfacing directly with major customers on Quality issues.
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  • ESD and MSD Control Requirements.
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  • Knowledge of tooling Calibration program management, recalls, calibration schedules and asset maintenance
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  • Experience with SAP S4 Hana and MES applications is an asset
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  • Knowledge and use of SQL, Python and or PowerBi dashboard developments is considered a plus.
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  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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  • High degree of Product Integrity and Ethical standards
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    Who We Are : Our Values

    Environmental, Social and Governance

    Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is the leading provider of Digital Infrastructure to the battlefield. Our facility in Santa Clarita, California is part of our C5ISR System group, designing Modular Open Standard Architecture (MOSA) solutions for challenging battlefield computing, networking, and control needs. We architect, design, integrate, and test electronic and electromechanical systems which provide the core digital infrastructure of air, ground, and naval weapon systems. We seek creative and innovative team members who can push the envelope of capabilities and deploy our mission critical solutions to the warfighter with the highest levels of quality and speed. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

    To learn more visit : -santa-clarita.html

    No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

    Compliance Statement

    This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

    Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

    For US Applicants : EEO is The Law - click here for more information.

    If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and / or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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