Quality Engineer 2

Join to apply for the Quality Engineer 2 role at Parker Aerospace Location: Simi Valley, CA – Salary: $83,250 – $138,550 Position Summary The Quality Engineer 2 is responsible for implementing the Quality Management System to ensure delivered product is consistent with Parker’s engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements and government and/or aviation regulations. Provide Quality Engineering support for all Quality aspects of product realization including design controls, inspection plans, assembly process controls, test and delivery. Work collaboratively with functions of the organization. Responsibilities Execute the development, implementation and the continued improvement of the Quality Management System for the assigned product lines. Will work with internal Team Members and outside suppliers and customers. Will participate on and lead cross-functional teams. Evaluate and disposition non-conforming material and customer returns in a timely manner. Work with supplier quality to put in place inspection plans for receiving inspection and suppliers. Ensure customer requirements are flown-down to suppliers. Effectively communicate in oral and written form in order to present information and respond to questions from Team Members, Suppliers and Customers. Create compliance matrices for customer specifications, quality requirements, and contractual documents. Author and tailor quality assurance plans. Lead and support customer, internal and third party audits as required. Collect data, establish facts, define problems, and perform problem solving activities for issues identified within our production processes. Perform root cause investigations and identify corrective actions to reduce customer escapes, resolve customer complaints and reduce internal rejections. Partner with Manufacturing and Design Engineering to plan, review and implement product testing. Work with Manufacturing Engineering to solve fabrication problems as they arise. Utilize lean manufacturing, error proofing and continuous improvement initiatives to support Operations by assisting in development of robust processes that assures quality products and services. Participate in the generation of PFMEAs and generate control plans. Complete gauge studies, evaluate process capability and implement process control plans. May work in laboratory settings running tests and duplicating real-world conditions, using tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, volt meters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and electronic inspection equipment to aid in quality inspections and assessments. Perform internal Quality System Audits as required. Other responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Familiar with technical procedures, specifications, standards, and other engineering and manufacturing related documents. Familiar with and has some practical experience of Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC) and tools (e.g., ANOVA, SPC, Capability Analysis, DOE, MSA, and FMEA). Must have the ability to solve simple problems, assess and implement continuous improvement techniques for Quality and Manufacturing functions using Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC) and tools (e.g., ANOVA, SPC, Capability Analysis, DOE, MSA, and FMEA). Use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools. Prefer at one of the following certifications: ISO Lead Auditor Certification, ASQ Certification, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certification, and/or ISO Internal Auditor Certification. Education & Experience Education: Required – a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science. Year of experience: 3+ years of quality engineering experience. Benefits Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay. Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay. Career development and tuition reimbursement. Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”). If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. #J-18808-Ljbffr