Quality Specialist II - REF2441F

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Job Description

This is a mid-level individual contributor position in which work assignments require the application of fundamental principles, expertise, initiative and creativity to develop and implement lean processes, systems, plans, and procedures to assure that quality results are obtained for all manufactured products and deliverables. Performs Quality and Process Control roles in support of specific product lines. Actively engages as a team member in the transition of new products into production manufacturing. Responsible for the introduction and maintenance of procedures, work instructions and process controls to meet customer and government regulatory requirements. Develops and maintains a Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement and Total Quality Management Culture. May assists in the preparation of new product proposals. Effectively communicates with customers and suppliers on Quality topics. Responsible for the preparation of First Article Inspection packages in accordance with AS9102 standard.

Responsibilities and Tasks in order of priority to be successful

• Working with Engineering, Production, Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Chain Management, assists in the coordination of the smooth transition of new products into production.

• Participate in contract reviews for all Quality requirements. Issue results to all Operations departments and Supply Chain for understanding and implementation.

• Supports new product introduction and transition to production activities including Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis and the implementation of process controls.

• Provide production floor support on technical issues requiring clarification or rework techniques ensuring efficient, cost effective manufacturing results.

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and support proposal efforts for new programs.

• Perform ongoing analyses of processes and methods, yields and defect rates and recommend improvements for optimum production efficiency and quality.

• Actively support lean manufacturing project efforts with Production, Buyer/Planners, and Facilities in order to establish efficient lean production operations, throughput analysis, work place layout, and facilities for existing or new programs.

• Assist in feasibility studies relative to plans for improved production efforts.

• Maintain effective liaison with the program engineering staff, and other departments to provide resolution to quality problems and increased efficiency.

• Analyze statistical data to evaluate trends, investigate failures completely to determine the root cause and take appropriate corrective action to revise design, work instructions, and inspection/test instructions to prevent failure recurrence.

• Analyze engineering change orders (ECO) for effect on quality, product producibility, test equipment requirements, work instructions, and test procedures.

• Review and disposition non-conforming material instituting preventive measures to prevent recurrence.

• Perform product inspection on assigned programs when requested.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

An Associate's degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline and 10 to 15 years of various quality responsibilities featuring a specialty such as precision measurement, optics fabrication and measurement, or electronics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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