What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC?
Quality Engineer - Exempt
Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.
The Hanwha Aerospace USA Quality Engineer will be responsible for all activities associated with the Quality function reporting directly to the Quality Manager.
Location: Newington, CT
Reports to: Quality Manager
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.
Ensure process and procedures defined in the Quality Management System (QMS) are understood and followed as necessary to maintain Quality System Approvals
Lead / support internal and external audit activities (System, NADCAP, Customer, etc.) as required to meet requirements and maintain approvals
Be cognizant of Export Control requirements and controls, taking necessary steps to ensure export compliance at all times
Drive robust RCCA process with real time daily stand up Quality reviews, Elephant chart non-conformance tracking and SPC data collection / actions
Drive / support process improvements with on-time reporting of Quality KPI’s - driving YOY improvements in quality performance
Manage all aspects of the Quality Planning / NPI / FAI process in line with the Quality NPI tracker to ensure on-time and completeness of Quality NPI requirements
Contract Review (Customer PO, requirements, and drawings specifications)
Ballooned drawings & associated documents
Gaging reviews & special gaging requirements / purchase
Gage R&R Studies
KpC's understood, SPC Plan developed
Create IMS & FAI Templates in line with customer requirements
Develop CMM Program using ballooned docs
Validate / correlate CMM Program to IMS
Secure special process approvals & NDT
Coordinate customer submittals & approvals (Ex: ESA, VSE, DVI, PPAP) – utilize customer web portals
Attend customer training / attain customer certification for self- release programs such as PWA DQR, GE DSQR
Utilize statistical software (Prolink) to establish, analyze and address quality process control data.
Lead regular SPC review sessions with engineering and develop /implement action plans to drive continuous and sustainable process improvements
Drive / support robust RCCA process to prevent re-occurrences and provide a positive effect on non-conforming inventory (MRB) as part of daily stand work
Active participant in the Company Continuous Improvement Program and Rapid Improvement Events (RIE’s)
Various other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Performs other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
Requirements:
Must be a “US Person” as defined by US Government and able to work without restriction with ITAR related data
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
3 years of relevant Aerospace, Aero-Engine or complimentary experience
Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access
Working knowledge of inspection techniques, quality engineering practices
Understanding of data collection and statistical process control (SPC) techniques
Good communication skills, capability of communicating effectively with engineers, shop personnel, management staff, suppliers and customers
AAP Statement
Hanwha Aerospace USA Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
Subject to change with or without notice*
