Quality Engineer 1

The schedule for this role is Tuesday - Saturday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for quality inspections and for monitoring of operations for compliance to client and regulatory requirements. Provides quality assurance related oversight, support, and consultation for technical engineering, design, analysis related work. Establishes and evaluates the implementation of the quality assurance program and communicates quality information and trends. Contributes to a broad cross-section of product lines and interfaces with all parts of the technical and support communities. Understands and is technically knowledgeable in multiple engineering disciplines.

This role is responsible to implement improved quality metrics and measurements, ensure that practices are followed consistently across the organization, and drive new quality initiatives across the development organization. 

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Report supplier performance and quality to management
• Ensure compliance to the Cirrus quality system and requirements
• Track and qualify or disqualify suppliers according to organization’s standards
• Maintain successful relationships with suppl, engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory departments
• Maintains product quality acceptance standards
• Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action to improve product quality
• Gathers information to evaluate supplier processes to determine applicable quality and regulatory requirements are met
• Communicate company and quality assurance objectives and goals to suppliers
• Runs and maintains internal quality metrics, reports, and facilitates action plans
• Issues corrective actions and provides proper follow-up for quality system and product nonconformances

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledgeable in the use of various problem-solving and quality engineering methodologies such as process mapping, Failure Modes, and Effects Analysis, statistical techniques such as Analysis of Variance, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility, and Process Capability Studies
• Quality Engineers use the principle statistics, calculus, trigonometry, and other advanced topics in mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work
• Knowledge in Database software, Design software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
• Be able to coordinate between diverse group of individuals including engineering, supply chain, purchasing, operators/technicians, and management
• Be able to clearly communicate problem statements, root cause analysis and corrective action solutions to stakeholders
• Be able to read drawings and basic knowledge of GD&T
• Have basic knowledge of inspections equipment such as height gauges, CMMs, portable CMMS, laser trackers, etc
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a STEM discipline preferred

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations

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 this position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including: 

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting after one year of employment.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

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