Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit

Job summary

A major aviation manufacturer in Kansas seeks a Quality Engineer to enhance quality improvements in products and processes. This role involves leading audits, analyzing performance data, and revising quality systems. Candidates should possess an engineering degree or equivalent with at least two years of relevant experience. Exceptional communication and analytical skills are essential. This position offers eligibility for a Kansas Aviation tax credit. Join our esteemed team and contribute towards excellence in aviation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of quality/manufacturing experience required.
• 7 years of quality aviation experience required if not holding a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise Quality systems and procedures.
• Conduct Government and FAA requested audits.
• Gather and analyze performance data for process improvement.
• Conduct audits in production or functional areas.
• Prioritize issues based on customer needs.
• Ensure corrective actions are accomplished.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Analytical and problem solving skills

Experience with conducting internal or external audits

Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 Standards

Familiar with NADCAP and Special Processing

Familiarity with tools like PFMEA, 6 Sigma, Lean Principles

Education

Engineering or related STEM degree

Aviation, Business degree or A&P license

Job description

Overview

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY: Provide expertise in support of quality improvements in products and processes and provide guidance in matters relating to regulatory and oversight environments. Quality Engineers support various production areas across Fabrication, Assembly Aircraft Completions and Delivery, as well as functional areas such as Supply Chain, Engineering, and Customer Service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise Quality systems and procedures as directed by management to ensure documentation is compliant to current practices.
• Conduct Government and FAA requested audits and investigations and report on corrective action steps taken to prevent recurrences when necessary.
• Gather and analyze performance data (scrap, rejections, defects, rework) to aid in the development of process improvement projects. As needed, coordinate across other production and functional areas to ensure maximum quality and efficiencies are achieved.
• Conduct process or product based audits in production or functional areas or within the supply base (external suppliers).
• Prioritizes issues based on internal/external customer needs.
• Accomplishes the required corrective action. Where process limitations dictate, will coordinate across multiple disciplines to assure corrective action is achieved.

Education / Experience

• Engineering or related STEM degree plus 2 years of quality/manufacturing or relative engineering experience required
• In lieu of degree, Aviation, Business, or related technical degree and 7 years of Quality aviation experience required OR related aviation technology associates degree or A&P license, and 7 years of Quality aviation experience required

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter and understands the need for working with a sense of urgency.
• Able to work with and lead teams.
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Experience with conducting internal or external audits.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 Standards.
• Familiar with NADCAP and Special Processing.
• ASQ Quality Certifications, preferred.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with the use of tools such as PFMEA, 6 Sigma, Lean Principles, and statistical techniques.
• Project management experience, preferred.

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

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