Lead Bonding Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift

Middle River Aerostructure Systems; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 89,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

STENA is seeking a Lead Bonding Quality Engineer for the 2nd shift to oversee all bonding quality functions on a designated program. You will ensure compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements using Six Sigma methodologies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals.

The role requires managing quality processes, acting as the program contact for inspectors, and driving root cause analysis with established RCCA tools while supporting continuous improvements in

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in manufacturing or quality leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in science/engineering preferred; 15 years in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Quality functions of assigned program(s) or area(s).
• Act as POC for program to inspectors.
• Understand AS9100/NADCAP requirements.
• Eliminate process variation and defects using RCCA tools.
• Process all Nonconformance items and workflows promptly.
• Provide process improvement and variation reduction expertise.
• Support manufacturing in designing and documenting process control and improvement procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Quality engineering

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Excel

PowerPoint

Statistical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Statistical software tools

Job description

Position Title

Lead Bonding Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift

Location

Baltimore, MD, US, 21220

Company Name

STENA

Description

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As the Lead Bonding Quality Engineer, you will have responsibility of all 2nd shift Bonding Quality functions for a specific program within Bonding operations. You will be responsible for ensuring all engineering and regulatory requirements are met using six sigma methodologies. The Lead Bonding Quality Engineer will be a part of a cross-functional technical and operations team to focus on achieving business objectives.

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as its materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do:

• Manages all Quality functions of assigned program(s) or area(s) with some guidance
• Acts as the Point of Contact for their program to inspectors
• Has a general understanding of AS9100 and/or NADCAP requirements
• Eliminates process variation and product defects through creative solutions
• Works Root Cause, Corrective Action with some guidance using established RCCA tools (PFMEA, DMAIC, Apollo, 5 WHYs, 8D, etc.)
• Processes all Nonconformance Items and Workflows in a timely manner
• Takes on training opportunities as they arise
• Solicits weekly prioritization of tasks and deliverables that align with business objectives
• Mostly takes direction from cross-functional team members/leaders to execute support actions for the cross-functional team
• Provide process improvement and variation reduction expertise (product/process capability) as required.
• Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control. Interact with customers to identify opportunities to improve quality and establish feedback with manufacturing and development personnel.
• Support the manufacturing groups to design, implement and document procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection.
• Must have excellent computer skills (Power-Point, Excel and statistical software tools).

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or quality leadership role. Bachelor's Degree in appropriate science, engineering, and/or engineering technology field is preferred. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, the candidate must have a minimum of 15 years of Manufacturing or Production Quality Experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Quality experience, including knowledge of ISO9000 or AS9100.
• Positive attitude and leadership characteristics.
• Can work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds, experience, and education levels.

AT ST Engineering - MRAS, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $89,200 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting!!!
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at [e-mail].

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.