Quality Engineer (Aftermarket)

Parker Hannifin; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 84,915 - 134,795; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Disability coverage

Care.com membership

Financial planning

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Kent, WA is seeking a Quality Engineer 2 (Aftermarket) to advocate and support the Corporate WIN Strategy by managing quality operations in the assigned Value Stream. This role develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality standards for products and processes and provides statistical information for quality improvement.

You will guide technical evaluation, perform root cause analysis, conduct internal and supplier audits, and drive continuous improvement to meet contract

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related discipline.
• Aerospace Aftermarket experience.
• 2+ years in related role.
• ASQ certification desired.
• Knowledge of inspection and quality engineering techniques and concepts.
• Ability to implement continuous improvement in quality and manufacturing functions.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Assess quality performance using statistical methods.
• Develop inspection plans and quality procedures for proposals.
• Audit internal processes and suppliers for compliance.
• Provide input on quality to product development teams.
• Analyze data and prepare reports with recommendations.

Skills

Quality engineering

Statistical analysis

Continuous improvement

Audits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Quality Engineer 2 (Aftermarket)

Position Summary: Quality Engineer 2 (Aftermarket focus) will advocate and support the Corporate WIN Strategy by managing the quality operations in the assigned Value Stream. Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality standards for products and processes. Provides statistical information for quality improvement by gathering data on trends and root cause analysis. Responsible to guide technical evaluation, analysis, and related data acquisition processes to ensure plant quality objectives are achieved.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Assesses quality performance using statistical and analytical methods.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision, reliability and accuracy of products, processes and production equipment.
• Develops and establishes quality systems and procedures, inspection plans, quality performance trends, statistical plans, cost estimates and technical quality plans for proposals. Ensures that project and/or process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contract.
• Assesses the cost of, and determines the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications by performing statistical analyses.
• Provides input on quality to product development teams.
• Identifies quality performance, trends and corrective actions by coordinating with customers and suppliers.
• Ensures compliance to specified quality requirements by performing in‑house and supplier audits and surveys.
• Develops and initiates programs to improve supplier performance.
• Prepares reports by collecting, interpreting, analyzing and summarizing data and making recommendations; analyzes proposed changes in methods and materials, compiles and writes training material, and conducts training sessions on quality control activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Working experience with Aerospace Aftermarket.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through two or more years of related experience.
• American Society for Quality certification desired.
• Thorough knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art inspection and quality engineering techniques, procedures, instruments, equipment, theories, principles and concepts, and general business operations.
• Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement techniques to quality and manufacturing functions.
• Ability to use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.

Physical Requirements

The employee is required to sit, use hands to operate a computer, speak and hear, occasionally stand and walk. The job requires good close vision, regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others, manage multiple tasks, and may require overnight long‑distance travel.

Drug Free Workplace

All applicants will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment in accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $84,915 to $134,795 annually. Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance provided at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status. All applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or otherwise meet eligibility requirements for U.S. import & export regulations.