Aerospace Quality Specialist

TRIGO ADR Americas•Redmond, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and reporting to Quality Operations Leadership, the Quality Specialist is responsible for approving nonconformances, leading improvement projects, coordination with MRB, and conducting audits, as required, acting with minimal direction to drive solutions.

Requirements

IPC-610/-620 requirements
Metrology inspection software
Engineering Processes, Standard Drawings Conventions, Interpreting Drawing, Specifications, and GD&T
FAA, EAR, ITAR.
ISO, & AS9100 standards and regulations
PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow, and Control Plans
Quality control standards and inspection methods
Manufacturing documentation and processes
MS Office and quality data entry systems
Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
Strong independent decision-making and problem-solving skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Fluent English – reading and writing is required
Pass pre-hire background check including DMV and credit screening
Pass Pre-hire Drug Screening
Excellent documentation, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
FAA, EAR, and ITAR standards and regulations
Engineering Processes, Standard Drawings Conventions, Interpreting Drawing, Specifications, and GD&T
MS Office
High school diploma or BA in relevant field
1 year experience in a production quality role with demonstrated NC management and MRB exposure
1 year of Audit experience — layered process, product, torque, or teardown audits
Proficiency in data analysis tools: Advanced Excel required; Minitab, JMP, and basic SQL experience strongly preferred
Prior experience with inspection processes and nonconformance systems
Any combination of education and experience may be considered.
Must be a U.S. citizen

Nice To Haves

Prior practical experience and implementation of Quality Engineering tools and systems such as: DOE, FMEA, SPC, RCCA, APQP, PPAP, controls plans, material control, process control, systems performance, product evaluation, MSA, metrology, automated measurement, and software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Approve production nonconformances and support Material Review Board (MRB) disposition activities alongside the Production Quality Engineer.
Support containment activities including sort, rework, and isolation under the direction of PQE/MQE.
Conduct layered process audits, product audits, torque audits, teardown audits, and other quality audits.
Maintain production targets, including NC approval and inspection coverage during staffing gaps.
Primary point of contact for harvesting prioritization.
Author and maintain SOPs for inspection processes.
Manage ordering and tracking of tools and equipment for the inspection team.
Lead large-scale nonconformance reduction initiatives under PQE guidance, or lead smaller-scale initiatives independently in high-ambiguity situations.
Clearly define problems, build action plans, and drive closure.
Analyze quality data using Advanced Excel, Minitab, JMP, and SQL (executing pre-built queries with filter inputs).
Document inspection results, maintain accurate records, and prepare detailed reports.
Process and identify non-conforming product and MRB paperwork for proper disposition.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
10 days paid sick time
11 paid holidays
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
Champ Plan Wellness and Health Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings
Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances
Free wellness initiatives
Free tele-health
Free and discounted RX
Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)
Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment
Requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation
401k retirement savings with match
Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment
100% match of 1st 3% contribution
50% match of next 2% contribution
IMMEDIATE VESTING
Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
Regular Hourly rate for travel time
Direct Pay
Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
Federal rate Mileage reimbursement when driving personal vehicles on company business
Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
Initial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)
Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employment