Quality Engineer III
Summary:
Safran is looking for a motivated Quality Engineer that will be working closely with our production lines, acting as the lead technical liaison to drive robust correction and improvement to our manufactured parts.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
:• Work closely with Operations and Inspection personnel to verify suspect conditions and ensure accurate recording of non-conformities
.• Investigate non-conformities by accurately quantifying issues and collecting appropriate evidence for engineering review and supplier feedback
.• Participate on Material Review Boards to decide how non-conforming product should be dispositioned
.• Act as a primary technical liaison between Safran and its Customers to effectively communicate issues and improvements
.• Utilize 8D Problem Solving methodology to drive correction in production processes
.• Develop and improve the effectiveness of Safran's Quality processes
.• Update and create Quality Inspection Plans to enable capture of emerging issues
.• Development of process control strategies for critical components
.• Internally communicate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Program Management on opportunities for quality improvement
.• Internally escalate potential product/process quality issues and develop solutions to resolve them
.• Work with the Manufacturing and Sustaining Engineers to resolve issues in manufacturing and qualification
.• Regular predictable attendance is required
.• Up to 10% travel, supporting suppliers and associate facilities with product issues and improvements
.• Performs other related duties as assigned
.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basi
s.
Physical Deman
ds:• There may be minor lifting (25lbs) in some case where this role must support receiving inspection activiti
es.• Stationary 65% & Mobility
35%
Work Environm
ent:Main work environment will be in an office setting. There will be multiple supplier locations to which the individual may travel. These locations will include general manufacturing conditions. These locations will define the protocols for safety and personal protective equipment ne
eds.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employ
ment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b (a) (3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be of
fered.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.
Job Requ
irementsBasic Qualific
ations :• Bachelor's degree from an accredited inst
itution.• Ability to interpret drawing requirements, including use of GD&T. Proficient in engineering change pr
ocesses.• Experienced at utilizing industry standards and specifications to verify product and process conformity. Able to navigate through specifications well, isolating pertinent requirements and apply the gained knowledge co
rrectly.• Experienced in managing Non-Conforming Material and Material Review Board processes i
n a QMS.• Expert in leading teams thru structured improvement and problem solving methodologies. Expert in the use of the various tools and sub-processes that ensure success when make improvements and corr
ections.• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing processes with respect to 2 or more of these areas: electronic assemblies, complex assemblies, machining, welding, metal and plastic stamping/forming, injection molding technologies, tooling, fixtures and
gauges.• Experienced in performing product audits in one or more of the abov
e areas.• Experience with an ERP system in a manufacturing envi
ronment.• Expert in the use of basic measurement equipment. Experienced setting-up and programing multiple parts with complex measuring equipment that facilitated automatic inspection, reduced inspection time and improved
quality.• Effective Technical Communicator, both written and oral. Able to succinctly communicate to all
levels.• 7 years of related experience in Quality Engineering or simil
ar role.• Proficient in the use of Excel (or similar tools) to: analyze measurement data, identify/track trends in event logs, extract data from other sources and develop metrics to track
drivers.• Results oriented with the ability to manage and maintain momentum on a large number of issues and projects concu
rrently.• Demonstrated AS9100/ISO9001 knowledge. Experienced in undergoing audits; being the escort for customers, regulating bodies and third-parties as an
auditee.
Preferred Qualif
ications:• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited ins
titution.• Experience with SAP ERP
Software.• Experience in aerospace
industry.
Leadersh
ip Skills:• Excellent leadership, influencing, collaboration, and communicati
on skills.• Emotionally resilient and able to drive projects effectively for excellence against demanding targets in a complex, multi-disciplined en
vironment.• Effective trainer, successful in passing knowledge onto others, ensuring the recipient un
derstands.• Able to recognize opportunities where you can perform welcomed coaching to improve our
workforce.• Customer oriented and able to operate effectively in a high pressure environment and pressing customer
deadlines.• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external sta
keholders.• Self-aware learner that is able to isolate gaps in their knowledge/skill and improve themselves without the help
of others.
Company
InformationSafran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its co
re markets.Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 202
4" ranking.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 differen
t countries.
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Quality Assurance and Manufacturing
Full-time