Process Improvement Analyst l

Who We Are: 

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. 

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. 

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer: 

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance 
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe 

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions 

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun! 

Summary  

Responsible for performing inspections and tests of Computational assemblies, subassemblies, cables, circuit cards, machined parts, optics, coatings/finishes and other materials to ensure compliance to drawings, schematics, and specification requirements.  Reviews first article reports, performance data, test results and material certifications for compliance. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• This position requires a willingness to consistently apply mechanical, optical & electrical Inspection concepts.

• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, and product specifications.  

• Understands measurement precision, measurement accuracy & measurement uncertainty.  

• Experienced using standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, & height gages.  

• Experienced in interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.  

• Identifies and reports nonconforming materials.  

• Understands and applies calibration intervals to inspection tools and equipment.  

• Understands disposition methods including rework/repair, re-inspect, scrap, and customer waiver, as determined by a Material Review Board (MRB) or other authority.  

• Supports internal manufacturing and external source inspection of products.  

• Familiar with national and international standards (ISO9001, AS9100, IPC610, IPC620) and customer requirements as authorities that support processes and procedures used to ensure quality products.  

• Familiar with Inspection of welds and compliance with internal weld qualifications.  

• Attends training and continuous professional development events.  Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role at the discretion of the Manager.

Qualifications and Education Requirements  

• High-school diploma or GED  

• Knowledge of First Article Inspection procedures  

• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)  

• Attention to detail with importance placed on follow-up / follow-through  

• Ability to work independently and prioritize the work while responding to changing priorities  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Security Responsibilities  

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.   

•  Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. 

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Work Environment 

• Warehouse and Quality Inspection area  

• Travel to Supplier Sites 

• Inspection & Test Lab

• Standard Measuring Equipment 

• Computers 

• Printers Scanners

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   

• Must be able to stand long periods of time

• Able to lift 50 pounds

Other Duties  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. 

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other  characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.