Group Leader Quality Engineer – JLTV

AM Default Brand; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AM General seeks a seasoned Quality Engineering leader to guide a team in implementing APQP, FMEA, and SPC, ensuring adherence to IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards. You will drive process improvements and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers to meet customer expectations.

The role includes planning, implementing quality systems, and leading continuous improvement initiatives across production, testing, and post-launch support, with emphasis on data-driven defect reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or related technical field.
• 5+ years’ experience in Automotive, Defense or manufacturing related field.
• Working knowledge of AIAG quality core tools APQP, FMEA, PCP, MSA, SPC.
• Working knowledge of dimensional GD&T and check fixtures.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in problem solving and problem solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Coach and guide a team of engineers in the execution of the Quality Engineering function.
• Leadership and support for Quality Business Plan Deployment, IPT, PDT, ECN, and production-trial reviews.
• Establish Product Quality Standards aligned with customer requirements.
• Lead APQP process planning and validation for production programs and changes.
• Develop Quality plans and improve QC loops.
• Lead cross-discipline problem solving and Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Develop and improve Quality procedures, processes, and acceptance standards.
• Interface with manufacturing, quality, and engineering.
• Manage product quality containment for non-conformances.
• Lead and support QC functions including dimensional layout, corrosion lab, and gage calibration.
• Lead and manage Quality System changes supporting new model engineering change.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

APQP

FMEA

PCP

MSA

SPC

GD&T

Job description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach and guide a team of engineers in the execution of the Quality Engineering function
• Leadership and support for Quality Business Plan Deployment, Integrated Product Team (IPT), Product Development Teams (PDT), Engineering Change Notice (ECN), Engineering-Try-Out and Production-Trial-Run review and approval
• Establish Product Quality Standards aligned with customer requirements
• Lead and support APQP process planning and validation for new production programs and on-going change including development of PFMEAs, Special Characteristics identification, Process Control Plans, Measurement Systems, Inspection Planning, and Process Capability (SPC)
• Develop Quality plans and continuously improve the effectiveness of production Quality Control Loops (Build, Confirm and Audit Effectiveness)
• Lead and conduct cross-discipline problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives for improving build quality using methodologies such as 8D and Lean Six Sigma (LSS)
• Develop and continuously improve Quality procedures, processes, and acceptance standards
• Interface with other departmental personnel such as manufacturing, quality, and engineering
• Manage product quality containment for process, supplier, or engineering non-conformances
• Lead and support Quality functions including dimensional layout, corrosion lab, and gage calibration as required
• Lead and manage Quality System changes supporting new model and engineering change

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or related technical experience in the Automotive, Defense or Manufacturing industry
• 5+ years’ experience in Automotive, Defense or manufacturing related field
• Working knowledge of AIAG quality core tools Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Process Control Plans (PCP), Inspection Planning, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Working knowledge of dimensional GD&T and check fixtures
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in problem solving and problem solving methodologies

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate
• Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one’s eyes with one’s fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job‑related tasks
• Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls
• Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company’s property surrounding facility, or additional work areas
• Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance
• Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
• Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups
• Stamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth‑running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Minimal travel required