Quality Engineer

Burke Aerospace•Farmington, CT

About The Position

The Quality Engineer works in the Quality department under the supervision of the Quality Manager, alongside quality inspectors. The role involves learning to inspect products and raw materials and managing the Non-Conforming Material, Internal Audit, and Calibration processes. The Quality Engineer collects and analyzes non-conformance data and process Cpk values, identifies and drives process improvements using data and root-cause information, and completes complaint packages, reports, and quality-control documentation, including Gage R&R, MSA, and FAI packages. The position supports aerospace manufacturing quality standards through inspection, shipment support, audits, calibration, training coordination, customer requirements, and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer serves as the primary Quality point of contact for the location and reports to the Quality Manager. The role also involves cross-functional coordination with inspectors, engineering, HR, and other sites, and may include training in CMM programming.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Some experience in a quality role is preferable.
Attentiveness to detail.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to work with various departments in a cross-cultural environment.
Ability to exercise leadership without authority.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality-related software or programs.
Ability to meet the visual acuity requirements for quality inspection duties prescribed by AS9100 and AS13100.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly, and performing applicable movement and repetitive-motion tasks.
Willingness to receive training in CMM programming if not already experienced.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's degree.
Exposure to PC-DMIS.
MSA experience.
MiniTab or QI Macro for Excel knowledge or experience.
NADCAP audit experience.
Internal audit experience.
P&W LCS Certification or metallurgical knowledge.
Registrar audit exposure.
Design or manufacturing engineering exposure.
Prior manufacturing or production experience.
CMM operation experience.
CMM programming experience, especially PC-DMIS.

Responsibilities

Use fixed and variable measuring instruments in accordance with work instructions.
Perform inspection checks and dimensional verification, and confirm that work instructions are followed.
Support daily shipments by performing final inspections, generating shipment certificates, and assisting with product packaging and movement as needed.
Act as the primary Quality point of contact for the location, reporting to the Quality Manager.
Work with the Quality Manager to deploy system and process improvements between sites.
Complete training requirements and work toward becoming a customer-approved DQR/DSQR self-release agent.
Coordinate the Material Review Board process for non-conforming material.
Complete required reports and packages, including AS9102-compliant FAI packages, PFMEAs, Control Plans, PPAP, AS9100, and AS13100 documentation.
Perform mathematical calculations to determine the extent of nonconformance and complete related paperwork.
Support and promote continuous improvement activities, including 8D, DMAIC, and PDCA, to meet business objectives.
Support on-site safety and EH&S initiatives and programs.
Coordinate information exchange between SC Inspectors and the CT Location, including CMM data, certifications, travelers, and air-flow data.
Coordinate and conduct internal audits and support customer and registrar external audits.
Manage and coordinate the calibration system.
Coordinate training tracking with the HR Manager.
Support Engineering with new-part development and process, tooling, and gage qualifications, including Gage R&R and correlations, as needed.
Coordinate the metallurgical testing schedule and be willing to obtain P&W LCS Certification.
Learn to use customer portals for P&W, GE Aviation, Siemens, and GE Power, as needed.
Upload KPC data to customer portals as necessary.
Recognize when measuring equipment needs repair or replacement and arrange for it.
Provide flexible cross-cultural and cross-departmental support for shifts, training, and workflow maintenance.
Comply with OSHA and EHS requirements.
Carry out other tasks within the scope and skill level of the job description to support department objectives and develop skills.
Receive training in CMM programming if needed and work with Engineering to troubleshoot and develop CMM programs.