Quality Engineer

American Rheinmetall•Slidell, LA

About The Position

At American Rheinmetall Vehicles , we believe in satisfied customers and healthy, engaged employees. We listen to our customers and develop transformational technology that delivers necessary military vehicle capabilities to our Warfighters while also providing challenging and fulfilling careers to our employees. We are committed to supporting critical advancements in the United States defense industry, like the U.S. Army’s XM30 Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) program, which will replace the Army’s Bradley infantry fighting vehicle with a modernized ICV. Our team has recently won a contract award to advance to Phases 3 and 4 of the program where vehicle design will continue, followed by the prototype build of a small number of vehicles to be tested by the Army. Our solution for the XM30 program, along with our other next-generation tracked and wheeled vehicle systems, empowers and protects the members of our U.S. Armed Forces and ensure their safe return home. In the past two years, we have secured an order intake of about $750 million. We have greatly increased our workforce and are continuing to do so at a rapid pace in order to staff our new facility and support our goals as we continue to grow our business. If you are interested in a meaningful career that directly supports our Warfighters, we encourage you to apply today! EOE, including disability/veterans JOB SUMMARY Process development and continuous improvement are key functions within the Quality team, with immediate focus supporting our rapid business growth in a consistent manner. Lead the APQP Development process for assigned programs. Participate in the development, maturing and monitoring of end-to-end business processes that will ensure effective product development, engineering services and product manufacturing. This will include problem identification, analysis of issues and opportunities, process measurement, and development and implementation of planned process changes using formal, structured methods. We are looking for a Quality Engineer to work for our Slidell , LA facility. If you have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, and have a Bachelors degree in a STEM program, Business Administration or high school diploma with at least 10 years of relevant experience or a related field, we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the employment application or for any part of the application process, please contact [email protected] . EOE (including Disability/Veterans)

Requirements

Knowledge and experience working with AS9100D/IATF16949/ISO9001 Standard.
Knowledge of Systems based design and related Standards/Processes
Ability to read and understand drawings.
Working knowledge of GD&T
Capable with Microsoft Office tools – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Understand of lean thinking, using lean tools to improve performance
Working knowledge of TeamCenter
Technical Analysis: Expert in statistical tools, process capability
Problem Solving: Uses root cause analysis tools like 8D, 5 Why, and/or Ishikawa.
Solid understanding of Continuous Improvement with proven track record of implementation
Effective and professional communication and organization skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to present to clients and internal stakeholders
Familiarity of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition.
Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently.
Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers.
Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
Customer Oriented: Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.
High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing".
Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Work on own initiative.
Bachelor's degree in STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) with 5 years of relevant experience: Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience; or high school diploma with at least 10 years relevant experience.
5 or more years of relevant manufacturing experience
5 or more years of leadership / supervisory / managerial experience
Experience of working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment
Experience with quality, engineering and supply chain management in a highly regulated industry
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.
All employment at ARV is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if the position requires it.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Occasional travel to Europe may be required
Ability to stand for long periods

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of APQP and AS9145 preferred
Working knowledge of Solumina & Plex preferred

Responsibilities

Support/Lead the APQP Development process (PFD, PFMEA, Control Plans, etc) for specific programs assigned.
Work within the company policies to manage the quality assurance aspects of new product introduction.
Provide oversight of the manufacture of products to ensure that engineering documentation is consistent with manufacturing methods employed.
Report, coordinate and chair APQP meetings, complete the APQP checklist and document open issues on the APQP action item matrix.
Develop test methods/procedures to support product validation efforts.
Perform performance validation tests to meet customer specifications.
Generate test reports of performance validation tests.
Act as quality lead for customer program reviews throughout the development process.
Develops and implements programs to assess and improve the quality of products, components, materials and/or operations.
Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.
Conducts quality control (QC) inspections on products, materials, components, parts, etc., at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with established quality and reliability standards.
Ensures feedback is integrated from design, R&D, production, and other teams for continuous improvement
Work with outside suppliers and manufacturing plants to complete and approve supplier PPAP submissions
When needed, participate on site at suppliers for program and/or critical issues requiring assistance.
Assist with the development, testing, or modifications of prototype or production parts.
Direct supplier to Set up appropriate testing procedures and record all necessary data, calibrate test equipment as needed, establish procedures for technical measuring.
Lead the development and implementation of a Process Improvement Initiatives
Develop and document new business process to support the ARV Quality System
Support manufacturing activities at our partners and suppliers facilities
Support and adhere to all company safety and environmental regulations & policies
Undertake other duties as determined by the Site Quality Manager or his/her delegate