Quality Engineer IV

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Performs Quality Engineering assignments requiring independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard Quality techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment and ingenuity in making adaptations and modifications. The Quality Engineer IV leads all quality initiatives and deliverables in support of product design activities, planning, production, data analysis and development of metrics, root cause and corrective action, and process and product improvement.

Responsibilities:

·         Reviews customer contracts on complex projects with strong focus on ensuring high quality products and process control; responsible for requirements analysis, identification and definition and setting the strategic approach for ensuring Quality on the program.

·         Serve as the senior quality authority for highly complex DoD weapon system programs with strict 100%25 traceability requirements.

·         Performs quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directives and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).

·         Interfaces with Supplier Development and Sourcing Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues.

·         Participates in product development and design document reviews targeting design for manufacturability

·         Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineers to define, validate, and implement process controls, data collection standards, and inspection gates that guarantee traceability.

·         Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.

·         Lead root-cause analysis, failure investigations, and corrective action implementation on high-impact issues involving critical assemblies and subsystems.

·         Serve as Quality lead on all internal QMS audits and external customer audits

·         Mentor and guide  junior staff, providing coaching, training, and technical leadership

·         Participates in Program Management activities appropriate to the assigned project(s)

·         Participates in Contract Data Requirements List development, review and delivery to the customer as required by the assigned project(s).

·         Assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards to meet all contractual requirements

·         Serve as senior MRB chair or technical authority, guiding disposition, risk assessment, and documentation for nonconforming materials.

·         Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.

·         Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements.

·         Performs QA estimating in support of proposals for complex projects with stringent requirements and dynamic work scopes.

·         Provides status inputs to the Cost Account Manager for tasks performed. May perform CAM function for small to medium projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar technical degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an AS9100 environment. 
• Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Effective ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications
• Effective written and oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply logical, scientific or analytical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems 
• An inquiring mind and passion for learning
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently
• Vast Knowledge and experience of Quality Engineering and manufacturing processes
• Experience with Oracle (ERP)/Solumina (MES)
• Ability to lead and influence teams, communicate effectively with senior leadership, and represent manufacturing in customer or government interactions.

·         Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

How We Care 

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 

Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples! 

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy a compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80, 4/10, 4/9/4. 
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time, and 80 hours of holiday.  
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.  
• Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.  
• Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9%25 of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save. 
• Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts, etc. 
• Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!   

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Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.  We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.