Composites Supplier Quality Engineer

Job description

3230439
Additional Cities

Evendale
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Supply Chain
Function

Sourcing
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Ohio
Postal Code

45215-1988
Role Summary/Purpose

The Composites Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for managing quality performance for assigned Aviation Engines Composites raw material & hardware suppliers. Tracks metrics & works quality improvement plans to address problem areas. Review & approve quality plans. Investigate quality escapes to provide root cause analysis & ensures effective corrective actions are taken. Mentor suppliers in the application of quality tools & requirements. Provide onsite support at suppliers, as necessary.
Essential Responsibilities

·  Includes supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and assisting key suppliers towards industrial standards of excellence 
·  Works with allocated key suppliers to improve Quality and Delivery metrics to target levels 
·  Serves as Subject Matter Expert within Sourcing CCC (Buyer, Contract Administrator, and SQE) for GE Aviation Quality System Requirements
·  Oversees and approves supplier completion of quality system requirements and ensures compliance for product release (e.g., FAI, Source Substantiation, etc.) 
·  Leads supplier investigations, develops corrective actions, validates effective implementation for quality concerns / issues / escapes, and presents results to reviewing authorities 
·  Owns supplier improvement plans related to nonconformances (MRB & QEM) and drives reductions through manufacturing improvements and engineering design changes 
·  Uses data analytics to identify risks and opportunities for quality improvement and escape prevention 
·  Provides onsite support at suppliers, as needed
·  Completes Predictive Quality Assessments for all assigned suppliers within 24 months 
·  Attains MRB Chairperson designation within first 12 months 
·  Develops, documents, and executes Quality Improvement Plans that achieve annual targets for nonconformances, escapes, and customer disruptions 
·  Completes a minimum of two Supplier Quality Leader-approved DMAIC projects 
·  Establishes PFMEAs for all assigned parts
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Sourcing) 
·  Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing, or Supplier Quality Engineering 

 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT(S): 

·  Ability and willingness to travel (approximately 25-35%) to provide onsite support at suppliers, as needed
Desired Characteristics

·  Engineering degree from an accredited university or college preferred 
·  Basic understanding of GE Aviation Engines Quality Management System (policies, procedures, and support tools / systems) 
·  Ability to review documentation and witness supplier practices to determine if sound manufacturing and inspection principles are in place
·  Solid understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing 
·  Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems 
·  Lean Six Sigma trained 
·  Demonstrated ability to lead and support multiple projects simultaneously 
·  Strong oral and written communication skills 
·  Ability to influence others and lead small teams

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About Us

AtGE Aviation , we are imagination at work. Whether we’re manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for generations to come.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Ohio
Primary City

Evendale