Quality Engineer - Electronics

Ensign-Bickford Industries•Simsbury, CT

About The Position

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here to learn more. Job Description EBAD is seeking a Quality Engineer with experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement and strong problem-solving skills
Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques
Fundamental knowledge of root cause/corrective and preventative action and the ability to walk project teams and customers through the analysis
In-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems
Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word and Power-point.
Familiar with and able to work in MS Project

Nice To Haves

BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering.
IPC & J-STD Specification knowledge
Electronics manufacturing experience (PCBAs, cables, electronic assemblies, etc.)
Electronics testing experience (Oscilloscopes, Meters, Power Supplies, etc.)
Six Sigma Black or Green Belt
ASQ CQE/CQM Certification
Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems
Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers

Responsibilities

Facilitate system and process improvements, supplier development and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures.
Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations
Actively participate in IPTs, FMEAs, new product development, and product failure investigations
Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits.
Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements
Develop, modify, coordinate and document the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems
Maintain product First Article status in accordance with customer and AS9102 requirements
Develop Inspection Plans for suppliers and internal manufacturing
Issue and facilitate internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA)
Provide advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations
Analyze design reliability and quality to recommend process and design changes and enhancements
Work closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness
Facilitate customer and/or government source inspection
Verify customer requirements from RFP through creation of End Item Data Packages