Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer - Program Quality

L3HHCM20•Camden, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Program Quality Engineer to support the Shipboard Communications Product Line, including communications equipment and total system solutions. This Program Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the quality of products and processes across the lifecycle of a program – from development through production and delivery, and will serve as the primary quality liaison for assigned programs, driving compliance with customer, regulatory and internal requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in Quality Assurance.
Proficiency in MS Office software (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint, etc.)
Knowledge of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Strong knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9145, AS9102).
Experienced in the MRB Process and working in a Manufacturing environment.
Self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment while maintaining professional Quality separation.
Knowledge of RCCA processes and methodology.
Demonstrated experience working in an ISO9001 or AS9100 environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline.
Active Secret clearance.
Experience in the Space and Defense Industry is preferred.
ASQ certification (CQT, CQI, CQE, CMQ/OE) or demonstrated application of these principles on programs.
Experience working with IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 a plus.
Able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
Experience working with the QMS functions within SAP.

Responsibilities

Serve as the quality representative for assigned programs.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
Attend engineering design reviews as quality representative.
Chair Material Review Board and Failure Review Board activities for assigned programs.
Interpret customer contracts, specifications, statements of work, and regulatory requirements to develop Program Quality Plans.
Lead First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102.
Review and approve engineering documentation including drawings, work instructions, and test plans for quality compliance.
Conduct root cause analysis and corrective/preventative action (RCCA/CAPA) using tools such as 8D, 5-why, or Fishbone diagrams.
Support internal and external audits, including AS9100, and customer audits.
Track and report quality metrics and FRACAS reporting. (nonconformances trends, escape trends etc.).
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in support of program and organizational goals.
Interface with regulatory bodies regarding quality issues and resolutions as required.
Participate in Operations Department Gemba floor meetings and verbally deliver relevant Quality messages to the team.
Provide support for other quality program functions as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.