Sr Quality Engineer

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 367,000 - 531,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking a leader to own and advance the site’s quality and compliance management systems. You will coordinate audits, maintain certification readiness, and drive risk-based programs across manufacturing and R&D functions.

The role requires steering governance reviews, guiding cross-functional teams, and delivering training on regulatory requirements. A strong auditing background and process improvement mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in Quality Management Systems, Compliance Management, Internal/External Audit Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, or Operational Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Act as site focal point for ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO/IEC 17025 and other applicable management system requirements.
• Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of the site Business Management System (BMS).
• Lead internal and external audits, certification audits, and surveillance audits; coordinate with certification bodies and external auditors.
• Establish and monitor operational compliance programs; assess processes for compliance risks and mitigation plans.
• Develop and deliver site-wide training on auditing, regulatory compliance, and management system fundamentals.
• Lead the annual management review process and report on metrics to site leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional initiatives to improve process standardization and audit readiness.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

Business Management System (BMS) Leadership

• Act as site focal point and subject matter expert for ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO/IEC 17025, and other applicable management system requirements.
• Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of the site Business Management System.
• Ensure continuous certification readiness and compliance to customer, regulatory, accreditation, and corporate requirements.
• Lead BMS governance reviews and drive timely closure of compliance gaps.

Audit Management

• Plan, coordinate, and lead internal audits, external certification audits, accreditation audits, and surveillance audits.
• Develop audit strategies, risk-based audit plans, and site compliance assessment programs.
• Lead audit preparation, execution, response management, and effective closure of findings.
• Serve as primary liaison with certification bodies, accreditation agencies, and external auditors.

Operational Compliance Governance

• Establish, implement, and monitor operational compliance programs covering applicable regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Assess business processes for compliance risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance programs remain effective and aligned with evolving business, regulatory, and customer expectations.
• Provide periodic compliance health reports and recommendations to management.

Organizational Capability Development

• Develop and deploy site-wide training and awareness programs for ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO/IEC 17025 auditing, regulatory compliance, operational compliance, and management system fundamentals.
• Coach process owners, managers, auditors, and employees on compliance requirements and good practices.
• Build organizational competency and audit capability across functional teams.

Management Review Leadership

• Lead the annual management review process.
• Consolidate quality, compliance, operational, risk, and improvement metrics.
• Facilitate management review meetings with site leadership.
• Track strategic actions and ensure effective closure.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives resulting from internal audits, external audits, customer feedback, compliance assessments, and management reviews.
• Drive process standardization, digitalization, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Promote a culture of continual improvement, proactive risk management, and audit readiness.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain, Calibration, Product Stewardship, Regulatory Compliance, and Corporate Quality.
• Provide strategic guidance to management on compliance risks, certification strategy, and management system effectiveness.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in Quality Management Systems, Compliance Management, Internal/External Audit Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, or Operational Compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
• Certified Internal Auditor.
• AS9100 Auditor Certification.
• ISO/IEC 17025 Technical Auditor Qualification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt.
• Experience interfacing with accreditation bodies and certification agencies.

Technical Knowledge Requirements

Management Systems

Compliance & Regulatory Programs

ISO 9001
AS9100
ISO/IEC 17025
ISO 19011 Auditing Guidelines

Product Compliance
Product Stewardship
Calibration Compliance
Trade / Export Control
Counterfeit Parts Prevention
Responsible Sourcing / ESG
Environmental Compliance
ESD Control Programs
Safety & Regulatory Requirements

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