Quality Engineer - EM (Newport, WA)

Job description

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aircraft propulsion and equipment, space and defense markets. Safran has a global presence, with more than 58,000 employees and sales of 16.5 billion euros in 2017. Working alone or in partnership, Safran holds world or European leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange, and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices. In February 2018, Safran took control of Zodiac Aerospace, significantly expanding its aircraft equipment activities. Together with Zodiac Aerospace, Safran has more than 91,000 employees and would have around EUR 21 billion in adjusted revenue (pro forma 2016). Safran Cabin is the world’s leading supplier of cabin interiors for regional, narrow and wide-body, business and military aircraft. The company's product range includes integrated cabin interiors, overhead bins, galleys, lavatories, crew rests and cargo containers.

Safran Cabin Materials (formerly Zodiac Aerospace Engineered Materials)located in Newport, WA is recruiting for a:

QUALITY ENGINEER . The Quality Engineermust have a thorough understanding of quality principles, systems, methods, tools and standards and be dedicated to operational improvement. The Quality Engineer is the control point for the analysis, reporting and training for various production lines. This position will participate in the risk assessment process, run quality improvement and lean activities to work toward operational improvement in the facility. The Quality Engineer reports directly to the Quality Manager and interacts with various department managers. Other duties include, but are not limited to:

· Improve the product line’s process quality by conduct training on manufacturing quality assurance, lean manufacturing and SPC concepts and tools.

· Review and sign Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and engineering drawings.

· Work with facility personnel to drive the continuous improvement process.

· Track and ensure measurement and testing equipment is within calibration.

· Monitor and assist in the first article inspection (FAI) process and system.

· Write reports and standard work, perform employee training, and conduct statistical analysis.

· Ensure production tooling is inspected and conforms to specs prior to use.

· Ensure that measurement systems are appropriate for the work performed.

· Assist corrective action board (CAB) by being a member, provides problem solving / resolution.

· Will participate in risk assessment and mitigation activities

· Performs internal process and external audits to specifications. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate must have a thorough knowledge of AS9100, be highly organized, have excellent interpersonal communication skills and be motivated to become a proactive member of the quality team. Other requirements include:

· BS in Engineering or equivalent work experience/degree required

· 3 years minimum quality engineering experience required

· Experience with CMM inspection preferred

· Prior participation in SPC activities required

· Quality Engineering Certification a plus

· Six Sigma Black Belt certification a plus

· NADCAP experience a plus

· Experience with DFMEA and PFMEA preferred

· Experience with Advanced Produciton Quality Planning (APQP) required

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word required, experience in MRP systems a plus

Safran Cabin Materials requires a criminal background check and drug screen to be completed and passed for all positions. This position is an ITAR governed position: Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident to qualify.

Safran Cabin Materials is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our application process as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at 360-653-2600.