Quality Specialist

Job description

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, a leading manufacturer in the fields of Aerospace (propulsion and equipment), Defense and Security. Operating worldwide, the Group has more than 70,000 employees and logged sales of 17.4 billion euros in 2015. Safran is ranked among the Top 100 Global Innovators by Thomson Reuters. Safran is also features at the top of the "Happy at Work" ranking compiled by the website meilleures-entreprises.com, as one of the most popular companies for young engineers* and in the LinkedIn Top Attractors in France.
*Universum and Trendence surveys

Safran Electrical & Power is specialized in electrical power systems for the aviation market, encompassing the entire electrical chain (generation, distribution, conversion, wiring, load management, ventilation, systems integration, and support services), along with engineering solutions for the aerospace, automotive and rail sectors. With 14,200 employees in 12 countries, Safran Electrical & Power is now a leading global OEM at the heart of the strategy and the research on the more electric aircraft.  

Job details

Main domain/Job field

Support functions - Administrative Support

Job title

Quality Specialist

Employment type

Regular Full time

Professional category

Administrative staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Position Title
Quality Specialist (Aerosource)

Purpose/Overview:
This position reports to the Quality Manager and is responsible for assisting him in performing various assigned quality control functions. The Quality Specialist is expected to be an important contributor to the quality of the maintenance performed at Aerosource and to our compliance with regulations and customer requirements. He helps to develop and improve the quality system and the execution of the quality programs

Essential Job Functions:
• Perform receiving, in-process and final inspections of MRO parts.
• Initiate Non-Conforming Reports and Corrective Actions as necessary.
• Advise the Quality Manager of areas of concern in the operations or quality system.
• May perform internal and external audits as required.
• Monitor component maintenance activities and assure conformance to standards.
• Assist in training technical personnel.
• Assist in other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.

Candidate skills & requirements

Desired profile

Basic Qualifications:
• Must be willing to work in New Jersey for two months before beginning work in Florida.
• 3 years working in an FAA repair station or similar experience.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent years of related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Hands-on experience performing repair and overhaul of complex aircraft components.
• Substantial aerospace MRO industry knowledge.
• Aerosopace manufacturing experience is also desirable.
• Working in an environment with a formal quality system eg. ISO, FAA, AS, etc.
• Understands 14 CFR Part 145 MRO operations and regulations.
• Interface with FAA representatives.
• A&P License or previously held a Repairmen Certificate.

Additional Information:
Functional Competencies:
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shift efforts as priorities shift.
• Ability to accept supervisor's input about how to order those priorities.
• Self motivated.
• Detail oriented.
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intimate knowledge of the Aerosource repair station manual, MFG quality manual, applicable FAA regulations and AS9100.
• Ability to communicate well with production, administrative, QC, engineering and management.
• Excellent reasoning and strong decision making skills

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.