Systems & Compliance Quality Engineer

TRIUMPH; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 93,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Life insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls in West Hartford, CT, seeks a seasoned Quality Systems and Compliance professional to lead the quality system audit programs and drive regulatory compliance across the organization.

You will work closely with senior leadership, oversee internal/external audits, and manage corrective actions while maintaining robust QMS documentation and procedures aligned with aerospace market needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM required.
• Minimum 5 years in Quality/Operations with related exposure.
• Experience with AS9100D and AS13100 standards.
• Auditing and RCCA/8D experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the System and Compliance System.
• Manage internal and external Quality Audit programs.
• Control and improve corrective action processes.
• Maintain procedures affecting the QMS.
• Lead 1st/2nd party audits and training.
• Interface with leadership and suppliers on quality requirements.
• Present quality status to senior stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Internal audit

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

AS9100D

AS13100

ERP/MES/JDE

Job description

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Responsibilities

Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $138,800.00/annual

Triumph SEC is seeking an experienced Quality Systems and Compliance professional that will execute the key elements of Quality Compliance operational plans and lead the quality system audit programs. In addition, you will be a key member in implementing the changes and processes that will ensure continued Quality Compliance. You will also have direct communication and interaction with senior leadership at various levels and locations.

• Oversee the System and Compliance System.
• Manage the internal and external Quality Audit program.
• Manage the Corrective Action System and document control.
• Manage changes, reviews, and releases of procedures that impact the quality management system throughout the organization, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
• Organize and tracking 1st and 2nd party audit activities. This includes internal auditor training, certification, pre-audits, co-development of corrective actions, and post audit follow-ups and effectiveness reviews.
• Provide guidance on, and explanations of, policies, government regulations, and agency guidelines to ensure compliance with external standards.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to the Quality Management System (QMS) and internal audit program.
• Drive standardization of Quality Management System and standard work and ensure quality systems and processes are established, maintained, and improved upon.
• Recommend corrective actions and participate/lead root cause analysis investigations.
• Manage corrective action system for audit findings.
• Interface with and assist the Quality Manager, Quality Engineers, and Inspectors in establishing, implementing, and enforcing quality requirements.
• Work with suppliers, customers, and regulatory representatives regarding quality requirements as needed.
• Create presentations and communicate/present to internal/external senior level leadership.
• Additional Quality duties/tasks may be assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), or any related degree program.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Quality, Engineering or Operations with working experience in an engineering development, material and service acquisition, production, test, product acceptance and/or post-delivery support capacity.
• Internal audit working experience with AS13100 & AS9100D standards.
• Successfully completed certified auditor training
• Working experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Working experience with root cause and corrective action (RCCA), 8D, methodology, systems, and resources.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record of internal and external audit programs.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools.
• Experience in predictive and proactive measures and metrics assessments and leading actions to improve performance or mitigate problems.
• Aerospace Industry experience.
• NADCAP Audit certification experience.
• Continuous Improvement, LEAN, CORE, ACE, or Six-Sigma training.
• Experience with factory ERP/MES/JDE systems.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Collaborative; high performance teams, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance-based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment And Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.