Quality Engineer

GE Aerospace•Rutland, VT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer supports product quality in the manufacturing of compressor airfoils, including milling, broaching, CMM inspection, and NDT inspections. The position supports operations through problem solving and sustainable corrective actions. It has some autonomy and focuses on daily execution within the operations and quality teams, with some decisions made under guidance. The primary location is Plant 1, although the quality team may support both sites. The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Employment is contingent on proving U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status. Employment also requires legal authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable; employees may be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and 3 years of manufacturing experience, or a high school diploma/GED and at least 5 years of manufacturing experience.
Ability to meet U.S. Person status requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, MSA, and PPAP.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Certification in Six Sigma, CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), or similar.
Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-precision industries.
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other relevant quality standards.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day manufacturing operations through daily management and root cause corrective action (RCCA).
Interpret tooling and product drawings to ensure hardware is produced in conformance.
Develop technical experience in GD&T and obtain PR certification to disposition suspect hardware.
Interact with internal and external auditors.
Manage long-term projects aimed at creating a Zero Defect Culture.
Complete training required to obtain Quality Excellence Program Level I and II.
Develop an understanding of significant processes and lead necessary changes in collaboration with Certifying Agents and Design Engineers.
Complete training required to reach Quality Engineer level in the SPS system.
Lead First Article Inspection efforts for process changes and new product introduction (NPI).
Incorporate CIDs flowed from engineering and participate in CID requests to improve value to the customer.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a Health Coach.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid time off for vacation or illness.
Performance bonus/variable incentive plan.
Relocation assistance.
Professional development.