Quality Engineer II (Onsite - Puerto Rico)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer II to support product and process quality engineering and drive improvements across our aerospace and defense operations. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards, resolve quality issues, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality products. You will play a key role in enhancing product quality, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your mission: to ensure the quality and reliability of our products by implementing quality plans, addressing non-conformances, and collaborating with teams to meet customer and regulatory requirements. This onsite position is based at our Santa Isabel, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
- Communication skills in English and Spanish (verbal and written) acquired through educational or professional experience.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Quality, or a related discipline within aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Working knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, PPAP, MRB processes, 8D problem solving, Six Sigma, Gage R&R, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and statistical quality tools.
- Experience with supplier quality management, SAP or quality management software systems, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
- Data analytics skills with the ability to prepare, process, analyze, and visualize significant amounts of information from multiple data sources while keeping the big picture in mind.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality plans to support product and process quality engineering.
- Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformances and improve processes.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to enhance product quality and optimize processes.
- Facilitate internal and external audits, including regulatory and customer-specific quality audits, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.
- Investigate and resolve deviations, defects, and non-conformances, implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Utilize Advanced Quality Planning techniques, including PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and statistical tools, to identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and present quality reports, metrics, and KPIs to senior leadership and customers.
- Participate in real-time problem resolution with production and Quality Clinic teams.
- Provide leadership and mentoring in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing methodologies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
