Quality Engineer 1

Safran; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Cabin in Everett, WA, seeks a Quality Engineer I to support the NAT approved Quality System across departments and suppliers. You will analyze issues, investigate nonconformities, and help drive corrective actions under the Director of Quality.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment, with regular hours and potential overtime. Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 standards is a plus.

Qualifications

• Four year technical degree preferred, or relevant training time.
• 0–2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Understanding of AS9100, ISO9001:2008 Quality Systems is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and technical skills.
• Investigative and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage NAT's nonconformance process, tool calibration and conduct investigations and corrective actions into product failures and external and internal non-conformities.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits of NAT's Quality Management System (QMS) and suppliers.
• Assist Quality leadership in testing/inspecting processes for related products.
• Assist testers and personnel with the use of testing tools and techniques.
• Pull monthly defect metrics and perform Pareto analysis of defects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality management.

Skills

Math & Tech Skills

Problem Solving

Logical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

MS Office

Verbal & Written Communication

Team Building

Education

Four year technical degree

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Quality Engineer I (QE) is responsible for various phases of managing the NAT approved Quality System. This position requires analytical capabilities, demonstrated problem solving experience, and team-building skills. The Quality Engineer works directly with all departments at NAT and its suppliers and reports directly to the Director of Quality

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage NAT's nonconformance process, tool calibration and conduct investigations and corrective actions into product failures and external and internal non-conformities.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits of NAT's Quality Management System (QMS) and suppliers.
• Assist Quality leadership in regards to testing/inspecting process for related products.
• Assist testers and other personnel with the use of the various tools and testing techniques that Quality employs.
• Pull monthly metrics on defects, and conduct pareto analysis of defects.
• Other duties assigned by Quality department management.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Four year technical degree, preferred, or relevant training time
• 0 – 2 Years of relevant industry experience
• A high school diploma or GED, required
• Understanding of AS9100, ISO9001:2008 Quality Systems is a plus

Skills/Abilities:

• Mathematical and technical skills
• Investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to think logically and methodically
• Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Computer Skills (MS office products)
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Team Building

Working Conditions:

• Working hours: Regular manufacturing hours, but overtime may also be required. In addition, weekend and on-call work may be required.
• Primarily warehouse and manufacturing environment
• Consistent use of computer key board and monitor
• Some travel may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Team oriented
• Process focused
• Open & honest communication
• Quality minded
• Ability to persevere and honor commitments
• Recognizes success
• Executes with urgency
• Creates solutions
• Customer focused in everything we do

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.