Quality Engineer - QMS Focus

Description

Quality Engineer - QMS Focus

Location: Downers Grove, IL

(Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree Required and local candidates strongly preferred)

Quality Engineer - QMS Focus

About Chemring Energetic Devices (CED)

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) designs and manufactures mission-critical components for the space and defense industries. With unprecedented growth fueled by the increasing demand for high-precision, reliable solutions, CED is at the forefront of innovation. Our products play a vital role in advancing aerospace and defense technologies, and we are looking for talented professionals to join us in shaping the future of these critical sectors.

Job Summary

As the Quality Engineer, you will be a key representative of CED’s Quality Management System (QMS), collaborating across the organization to maintain and enhance compliance with statutory, regulatory, and customer requirements. You will lead internal and external audits, drive continuous improvement, and support a culture of quality throughout CED.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Compliance: Oversee compliance with CED’s QMS to statutory, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Audit Management: Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits, including those from registrars and customers.
• Documentation & Review: Develop, revise, and approve QMS documentation to align with evolving requirements.
• Contract Review: Support the review of customer contracts, engineering, and manufacturing specifications to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Internal Audits: Lead and execute internal QMS audits, preparing reports and resolving findings.
• Corrective Actions: Manage corrective action processes, including root cause analysis and verification of effectiveness.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of prevention and continual improvement across CED.
• Customer Interaction: Engage with external auditors, customer quality representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Training & Support: Provide guidance on AS9100, ISO 9001, and other industry standards to internal teams.
• Problem Solving: Utilize structured techniques such as Ishikawa, 5W, and Is-Is Not for effective problem resolution.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications;

• U.S. Person per ITAR regulations, which includes:
• U.S. citizens
• U.S. permanent residents (Green Card holders)
• Individuals granted status as a “protected person” under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (refugees and asylum recipients)
• 3 years of quality management systems (QMS) experience in the aerospace industry
• 7 years in a regulated environment (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Certified Auditor in AS9100 or equivalent
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, D365)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational abilities
• Eligibility to handle explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003
• 5 years in a quality function (inspection, control, systems)
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) by ASQ or SAE
• Familiarity with NADCAP standards and CFR Title 14 Part 145 regulations
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Experience with defense contractors (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon) is a strong plus
  

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: Work on impactful products that serve the space and defense industries.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing organization with increasing demand for its cutting-edge solutions.
• Dynamic Environment: Join a team that thrives on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Future-Focused: Help shape the technologies that drive the future of aerospace and defense.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer:Chemring Energetic Devices is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an inclusive environment for all.

fostering an inclusive environment for all.