Staff Engineer

Reference #: STAFF001265 Description JOB SUMMARY Manage assigned industry managed programs for task groups; develop audit criteria and state of the art consensus qualification procedures; recruit qualified auditors, publish audit/survey reports working through committee structure and due process to serve industry, government and society. Support implementation of company strategy and continuous improvement initiatives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conduct audit reviews (achieve & maintain delegation) with strict confidentiality and compliance with procedural and regulatory requirements Task Group Support: Manage/assist supporting a Task Group Facilitate Task Group meetings and lead Task Group projects Facilitate audit criteria development and revisions Provide technical summary reports to the assigned task group Conduct and participate in Auditor interviews and recruitment. Identify and execute Auditor training Collaborate with Auditor Staffing to ensure sufficient capacity and manage assigned Auditors and Audit Reviewers Conduct audits as required upon approval as an Auditor Lead medium PRI internal projects to support continuous improvement and PRI strategies Maintain proficiency or gain knowledge for all assigned technology areas by attending classes and conferences, visiting Subscribers/Suppliers Adapt an existing commodity to another Industry Managed Program (IMP) Develop and manage budgets of assigned activities Support investigations initiated by the Ethics & Appeals Committee, as required MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent 5 years experience in heat treating. Technical knowledge of appropriate science/engineering disciplines/methods. Computers Skills: Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office). Ability to make presentations, data pulls, and analysis. Job Knowledge: Demonstrates a functional understanding of all job knowledge skills, procedures, and processes. Language Skills: Possesses English language oral and written communication skills. Leadership: Demonstrates Leadership Potential. Facilitates team-oriented work processes through application of basic project management skills. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate to Task Group Level Leaders. Effectively communicates with others in speaking and writing. Confidence in communication skills but may seek advice/editorial input from peers or supervisor. In most cases presents thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner. Relationship Building: Builds and maintains successful working relationships with others. Problem Solving/Critical Thinking: Recommend process improvements and identify gaps. Thorough understanding of assigned technology areas. Usually approaches problem solving in a systematic manner. Often seeks resources available for help as necessary. Assures proper documentation and follows up to ensure problem is resolved. Decisions are well thought out and made in a timely manner. Often interacts with a variety of individuals in an assortment of settings. Can accurately assess situational demands and employ appropriate behavioral response. Time Management: Meets key deadlines (meetings, etc.). Sets priorities for the accomplishment of activities. Demonstrates the ability to effectively multitask. Is committed to staying on track with the schedule, cutting conversations or tasks short where necessary to move on. Creativity: Demonstrates evidence of some of the following skills: Recognizing patterns and anomalies Making use of previous knowledge Researching productively Formulating good questions Using lateral thinking Using divergent thinking Hypothesizing Exploring multiple viewpoints Being flexible, adaptable, and functioning well with uncertainty Exploring, synthesizing, and refining multiple options Generating and refining ideas Inventing Adaptability/Flexibility: Becomes more flexible and embraces change. Is open minded and refines skill set Provides a strong support network for other employees and team members who may face challenges. Professionalism: Present oneself in a professional manner. Emotional Intelligence: Self-aware. Demonstrates the ability to identify emotions and analyze reactions. Is aware of own strengths and weaknesses. Self-regulating and has control over emotions and impulses. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 5 years experience in another Nadcap Technology, preferred 5 years experience in Quality Systems, preferred Auditing experience / knowledge of Quality Management Systems, preferred 5 years experience in the Aerospace Industry, preferred WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel 30% of the time. Ability to work for long periods at a computer/desk. Standard office environment. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Fullsight is an integrated brand of our three primary affiliate companies - SAE Industry Technologies Consortia, SAE International and Performance Review Institute - and their subsidiaries. As a collective, Fullsight enables a robust resource of innovative programs, products and services for industries, their engineers and technical experts to work together on traditional and emergent complex issues that drive their future progress. SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (SAE ITC) enables organizations to define and pilot best practices. SAE ITC industry stakeholders are able to work together to effectively solve common problems, achieve mutual benefit for industry, and create business value. The Performance Review Institute (PRI) is the world leader in facilitating collaborative supply chain oversight programs, quality management systems approvals, and professional development in industries where safety and quality are shared values. SAE International (SAEI) is a global organization serving the mobility sector, predominantly in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries, fostering innovation, and enabling engineering professionals. Since 1905, SAE has harnessed the collective wisdom of engineers around the world to create industry-enabling standards. Likewise, SAE members have advanced their knowledge and understanding of mobility engineering through our information resources, professional development, and networking. #PRI Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) EOE/AA employer M/F/Vet/Disability