Quality Engineer Sr

The Senior Quality Engineer will provide technical analysis of processes that are involved in the development of products and the manufacturing of products in order to ensure that products developed and manufactured are consistent and meets specifications. Help and support such activities ensuring that applicable standards and procedures are followed. Mentor and train junior level Quality Engineers. Support Corrective and Preventive actions and ensure that Root Cause Investigations are performed using appropriate Quality Tools. Support Manufacturing processes and ensure that validation activities are well documented and performed.

Duties And Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Identify and evaluate new and existing suppliers for ability to meet product quality and quality management system requirements through product and system audits (requires monthly travel)
• Evaluation of suppliers for ability to meet product quality management system requirements through product and system audits
• Evaluates supplier performance and quality and facilitates Quality Review Boards with leadership team
• Ensure audits compliance to the Cirrus quality system and requirements
• Ensures successful relationships with supply, engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory departments
• Coordinates root causes analysis and implements corrective actions to improve product quality
• Provide team support to manufacturing engineering and supply chain groups
• Assist with supplier first article inspections
• Establish internal quality metrics, reports, and develops actions plans
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledgeable in the use of various problem-solving and quality engineering methodologies such as process mapping, Failure Modes, and Effects Analysis, statistical techniques such as Analysis of Variance, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility, and Process Capability Studies
• Quality Engineers use the principle statistics, calculus, trigonometry, and other advanced topics in mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work
• Skilled knowledge in Database Software; Design software, Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
• Experience capability in coordinating between diverse group of individuals including engineering, supply chain, purchasing, operators/technicians, and management
• Be able to clearly communicate problem statements, root cause analysis and corrective action solutions to stakeholders
• Describe continuous improvement tools, including lean, six sigma, theory of constraints, statistical process control (SPC), and total quality management, and understand how modern quality has evolved from quality control through statistical process control (SPC) to total quality management and leadership principles
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in a STEM discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 4 years Quality System Experience or Engineering Experience preferred OR 2 years with a Graduate degree preferred.
  
  

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ensures accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drives results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues saying what needs to be said
• Action oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Decision quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Communicates effectively: Developing and delivering multi-model communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Situational adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to math shifting demands of different situations
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 100 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
  
  

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!