Quality Engineer III

Marotta Controls, Inc.; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc. in Chaska, MN is seeking a Quality Engineer III to lead program quality initiatives and monitor performance across supply chain and internal development and production.

You will drive root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement, partnering with customers and senior management to meet quality and delivery targets. The role requires a BS in a related engineering field, 5+ years in quality, and knowledge of AS9100/ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in quality-related function (preferred but applicant may be a new college hire)
• Experience in data analysis and procedure writing (preferred)
• Ability to interpret Military, Commercial aircraft and Space level specifications and standards
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings
• Knowledge of Quality Management System - AS9100, ISO9001, ISO/TS16949
• Knowledge of Special Processes -- critical finishes, chemical conversion, soldering, crimping, non-destructive and destructive analysis methods
• Strong verbal/written communication skills for interactions with all levels of personnel and external parties
• MS Office/PC proficiency and relevant systems experience
• This is a full-time position with typical 8-hour days, M-F, with overtime and some travel up to 10%
• Some travel up to 10% supported in the job description

Responsibilities

• Develop procedures from aerospace specifications
• Investigate, assess, and resolve production problems in a team environment
• Represent Quality for Programs / Customers
• Review Drawings for flowdowns and best practices
• Review and approve component FAI
• Coordinate completion of customer FAI
• Support in-process product reviews
• Acceptance Data Package Preparation/Review
• Support Audits – Customer / Internal
• Support customer inquiries including warranty-related actions
• Develop Risk Analysis and Mitigation plans
• Promote Quality tools (SPC, PFMEA, MSA) to reduce variability
• Contribute to cost reduction in scrap, rework and repair
• Provide guidance and training on CAPA, SCARs, QMS requirements
• Drive initiatives to closure with internal/external stakeholders
• Maintain relationships across departments
• Adhere to safety, quality and company policies
• Keep management informed of activities and issues
• Ensure clean and safe work areas
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality management systems

Written/verbal communication

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace

Tools

AS9100

ISO9001

ISO/TS16949

Job description

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace three years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference.

Quality Engineer III

The Quality Engineer supports program quality initiatives and monitors quality performance for both the Supply Chain and for internal development and production to ensure effective process control are employed. This role leads root cause analysis and corrective action activities, supports continuous improvement initiatives with ability to present results to customer and senior management. QE assists in supporting company goals for program Quality and Delivery targets.

Essential job functions and responsibilities

• Develop procedures from various industry and aerospace specifications
• Investigate, assess, and resolve production problems in a team environment
• Represent Quality for Programs / Customers
• Review Drawings for flowdowns and best practices
• Review and approve component First Article Inspections (FAI)
• Coordinate completion of customer FAI
• Support in-process product reviews
• Acceptance Data Package Preparation/ Review
• Support Audits – Customer / Internal
• Support customer inquiries, including requests for warranty support, lead corrective action activities
• Work internally and externally to develop Risk Analysis and Mitigation plans
• Promote the use of Quality tools, SPC, PFMEA, and MSA to reduce variability
• Actively participate in cost reduction programs/initiatives related to scrap, rework and repair activities.
• Provide guidance and training to internal personnel and suppliers to effectively execute Corrective Action Requests (inclusive of SCARs), Quality System requirements, Quality Alerts, Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) implementation, change control and root cause analysis
• Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
• Maintain and continue to elevate relationships with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service and all other facets of the company
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems
• Ensure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintained
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field of study
• 5+ years’ experience in quality-related function (preferred but applicant may be a new college hire)
• Work experience in data analysis and procedure writing (preferred)
• Ability to interpret Military, Commercial aircraft and Space level specifications and standards
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings
• Knowledge of Quality Management System - AS9100, ISO9001, ISO/TS16949
• Knowledge of Special Processes -- critical finishes, chemical conversion, soldering, crimping, non-destructive and destructive analysis methods
• Strong verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents, including but not limited to; vendors, suppliers, customers, etc.
• Strong computer literacy, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are 8 hours, Monday through Friday. Overtime and weekend work are required, as job duties demand.
• Some travel may be expected for this position (up to 10%)

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening
• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, and move about the facility.
• The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

This position is at our Chaska, MN Location

Pay Range: $110,000 - $123,000/year

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.

If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/

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