Sr. Quality Engineer

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in North Ogden, Utah, seeks a Sr. Quality Engineer to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards for products and processes.

You will guide technical evaluations, analyze data, and drive root cause corrective actions with quality and Lean tools, interfacing with customers and regulators. You will lead audits, design inspection methods, implement statistical controls, and prepare reports to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; ASQ certification desired.
• Six or more years of related experience.
• Experience working directly with customers; excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry regulatory requirements and quality engineering practices.
• Ability to use data analysis tools and project scheduling software.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess quality performance using statistical and analytical methods.
• Develop and implement inspection and testing procedures for products and processes.
• Design and maintain advanced quality systems, plans, and control charts.
• Lead corrective actions and root-cause analyses with customers and suppliers.
• Interface with customers and regulatory bodies; support audits and investigations.
• Prepare reports and training materials for quality control activities.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

Customer interaction

Project management

Aerospace knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At the Commercial Flight Controls Division, we are the preferred supplier of flight control solutions for the commercial, regional, business jet and advanced air mobility marketplace by offering a premier customer experience with superior engineered products that exceed our customer and regulatory requirements.

Location - North Ogden, Utah
North Ogden sits at the foothills of the Wasatch Range and offers an outstanding quality of life for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. Enjoy easy access to worldclass skiing, hiking and mountain biking, scenic trails, and nearby reservoirs for boating and fishing. The Ogden area features a vibrant downtown, a growing tech and aerospace community, and convenient connections to Salt Lake City (approximately 30-40 minutes), with major airports and urban amenities close by including world class ballet, symphony and theatre. North Ogden combines smalltown charm with exceptional access to the outdoor recreation that defines Utah!

Position Summary

The Sr. Quality Engineer develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality standards for products and processes. Provides diverse and complex statistical information for quality improvement by determining and applying testing methods and criteria. Responsible to guide technical evaluations, analysis, and related data acquisition processes to ensure division quality objectives are achieved. Will work directly with customers, resolve issues, and drive root cause corrective action using variety of Quality and Lean tools.

Essential Functions

• Assess quality performance using statistical and analytical methods.
• Develop and implement various complex methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, reliability, and accuracy of products, processes, and production equipment.
• Develop and implement advanced quality systems and procedures, inspection plans, quality performance trends, statistical plans, cost estimates, and technical quality plans for proposals, ensuring that project and/or process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contract.
• Provide input on quality to product development teams & recommend producibility improvements by facilitating process reviews, addressing technical data packages, manufacturing methods, equipment, tooling and training.
• Identify quality performance, trends, and corrective action by coordinating with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance to specified quality requirements by performing in-house and supplier audits and surveys.
• Design or specify inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment and conduct quality assurance tests.
• Develop sampling plans and inspections by applying attribute, variable, and sequential sampling methods.
• Develop statistical process controls by applying and maintaining applicable control charts; analyze data by completing hypothesis, normal distribution, and process capability analysis tests.
• Prepare comprehensive reports by collecting, interpreting, analyzing, and summarizing data and making recommendations; analyze proposed changes in methods and materials; compile and write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities.
• Act as member of the Material Review Board and participate in related activities, failure analysis and corrective action investigations.
• Interface with customers and regulatory agencies and assist with internal and external audits; develop and coordinate corrective action procedures and plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required in Engineering or a related technical discipline. American Society for Quality certification desired.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six or more years of related experience.
• Experience working directly with customers; excellent customer service skills
• Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art inspection and quality inspection and quality engineering/assurance techniques, procedures, instruments, equipment, theories, principles and concepts and general business operations.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry or similar industry products and legal and regulatory requirements related to field.
• Ability to use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools.
• Ability to routinely apply project management skills and to effectively use project scheduling computer software programs.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, policies and recommend changes to procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• 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 are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­mative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon 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 status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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