Quality Engineer

Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC•Montgomery, AL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Signia Aerospace is built on decades of proven performance and partnership in the aircraft systems industry. The company's ecosystem includes proven brands like Hartzell Engine Tech (HET), which leads in thermal management and mission-specific equipment. HET is a leading OEM supplier and aerospace technology company, providing engine accessories and heating solutions for commercial, private, and military applications. The company fosters a culture of empowerment, accountability, drive, integrity, and respect, with a strong commitment to safety and collaboration. The Quality Engineer will support manufacturing efforts for Original Equipment (OE) and re-manufactured parts for aerospace applications. This role is responsible for ensuring effective process control of manufacturing processes for products such as turbocharger systems, alternators, cabin heating systems, starters, and fuel pumps, all in accordance with FAA regulations.

Requirements

BS Degree in Engineering or 7 years of implementing effective systems in manufacturing environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Quality Engineering, Quality Control and Metrology
Able to develop manufacturing standards to ensure consistent machining methods
Able to inspect parts utilizing manual gauging – understand inspection instructions.
Able to inspect parts utilizing automated inspection methods
Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T
Able to apply statistical principles such as SPC, capability studies and histograms.
Organize, perform, and interpret a Gage R&R
Structured problem solving skills to determine root cause
Ability to develop a plausible root cause and implement effective corrective action.
Familiarization with the principles of Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.
Knowledge of Manufacturing
Capability of automated machine tools and inspection methods.
Metal cutting operations, fixtures, tooling and machining.
CNC programming and applications.
Processing of raw materials (casting vs. forgings, etc.)
Material characteristics (Aluminum, Steel, Elastomers, etc.)
Organization skills
LEAN principles
Group facilitation
Project management
Proficient with MS Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Operation and programming of CMM equipment
Nondestructive inspection [magnetic particle and fluorescent penetrant].
DMIR certification through the FAA
Ability to create FMEAs and Control Plan development
Experience with aviation quality management systems (eg AS9100) and the FAA regulatory system
Greenbelt lean six sigma

Responsibilities

Create / Maintain Process FMEAs and Control Plans
Participate in the creation of work Instructions and co-ordinate training
Create / Maintain inspection plans for purchased and manufactured hardware.
Participate in Process qualification / PPAP activities
Lead activities in Customer Issue Resolution
Participate in CAR / SCAR management
Review drawing / drawing modifications and flow changes into work instructions
Coordinate improvement activities with Supplier Quality & operations
Participate in CCB
Participate in MRB
Monitor & ensure compliance to HET Quality manuals & procedures
Become conversant in assigned product lines: engineering drawings, work instructions, and Customers.
Improve 1 product line relative to FTY & scrap dollars.