Quality Assurance Engineer

uAvionix Corporation; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

uAvionix Corporation is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to manage and implement the QA system. The role involves developing quality processes, managing testing, and ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 4 years of experience in QA, with strong communication and leadership skills. Familiarity with AS9100 standards and software like SolidWorks is a plus. This is a full-time on-site position in Columbia Falls, Montana.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a related field, supervisory experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO9001 or similar quality systems is desired.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage quality assurance systems and processes.
• Develop quality standards and ensure compliance.
• Train and supervise QA staff.
• Analyze issues and recommend solutions.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong supervisory and leadership skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer

Department: Operations

Reports To: Director of Quality

Location: On-site; Columbia Falls, MT

Position Type: Full Time, Salary, Exempt, IC3/IC4

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer III/IV will implement, execute, and assist in management of the QA system, department, and staff. They will serve as a vital conduit between the manufacturing and engineering organizations, developing and maintaining quality processes, documents, and records. As needed, they will direct and/or execute product and reliability testing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Trains and supervises quality assurance staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and manages processes to ensure products meet required specifications for quality, function, and reliability prior to delivery.
• Identifies and sets appropriate quality standards and parameters for products.
• Communicates quality standards and parameters to QA team, product development team, and other appropriate staff.
• Participates in quality system maintenance and audits.
• Coordinates product testing processes and participates in product testing.
• Identifies and analyzes issues, defects, and other problems, particularly when problems recur in multiple products; recommends and facilitates solutions to these issues.
• Participates in engineering design, drawing, and data reviews.
• Provides feedback on engineering data such as tolerance stackup and inspection criteria.
• Facilitates engineering data releases to production.
• Designs production fixtures and ensures maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Reviews client, customer, and user feedback.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO9001, or similar quality systems.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and 3D printing technologies.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or field related to the products being developed required.
• 4+ years of experience in related field required with supervisory experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.