Engineer II, Quality at Mason Controls

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action, Lean Principles, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, GD&T, Blueprint Interpretation, AS9100, MSA, 8D, DOE, Process Control, Audits, RCA, CA

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered products and systems principally for the aerospace and defense markets. Mason, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transdigm, offers world-class control devices and subsystems — such as control grips [http://www.esterline.com/controlsystems/MASON/MASONControls/SticksGripsThrottles/tabid/1663/Default.aspx], throttles [http://www.esterline.com/controlsystems/MASON/MASONControls/SticksGripsThrottles/tabid/1663/Default.aspx], HaWC controllers [http://www.esterline.com/controlsystems/MASON/MASONControls/HaWCControllers/tabid/2157/Default.aspx], and communications interfaces [http://www.esterline.com/controlsystems/MASON/CommunicationProducts/tabid/1669/Default.aspx] — for today’s advanced cockpits, military vehicles, and other specialized applications. Our solutions fall into two broad categories: control products [http://www.esterline.com/controlsystems/MASON/MASONControls/SticksGripsThrottles/tabid/1663/Default.aspx] and components. Summary The mission of the Quality Engineer is to provide leadership to project and/or production teams to ensure delivery of quality products. In this capacity, the QE will be a member of a cross-functional team that includes the Manufacturing Engineer, Production Manager, Design Engineer and Team Leads in the continuous improvement of the Fabrication Dept. Position Duties Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to: * Work in a close, collaborative fashion with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering and Production management in the pursuit of common metric-based goals * Continuously audit department processes and procedures to ensure quality requirements are met or exceeded * Lead Material Review Board (MRB) activities for disposition of non-conforming products * Lead cross-functional teams in conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CA) efforts * Successfully lead improvement projects assigned using lean principles, six sigma methodology or other improvement tools * Establish and maintain process controls to reduce costs related to scrap and rework and improve first time yield * Develop inspection work instructions and quality control plans throughout manufacturing process and final lot acceptance * Lead product or process FMEAs during product and process development as needed * Implement and/or improve Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies to the appropriate level in support of continuous improvement efforts * Create or revise quality procedures to standardize work processes and to meet regulatory, AS9100, and customer requirements * Develop, implement, and maintain appropriate driver metrics in support of Organization metrics * Develop and deliver public presentations as appropriate for all levels within the organization * Foster and promote passion in advancing Lean, continuous improvement, and quality concepts * Perform Design of Experiment (DOE) for Root Cause Corrective Action and process optimization. Qualifications * BS degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering with hands-on Quality manufacturing experience preferably in the aerospace industry; Master’s degree (Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Aerospace Engineering) preferred * Working knowledge of blueprint interpretation and GD&T in accordance with ANSI/Y-14.5 * Solid command in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, MiniTab * Proficiency in process control tools (SPC, Process Capability Analysis, audits, MSA, FMEA, etc) * Expert in root cause and corrective actions (RCCA) analysis tools such as 5 Whys and Fish Bone diagram, and systematized approach such as 8D, RCCA, 7 Step, CAR, etc. * Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9102, AS9100 standards, FAA regulations * Comfortable in making decisions in a rapid paced, forward evolving environment * Unquestionable commitment to, and ability to facilitate actions in, continuous improvement efforts * Ability to provide leadership, training to direct reporting personnel as required * Great communication skills especially with production personnel, Engineering personnel (Manufacturing, Design and Quality) and Management staff Physical Demands Employees in this position must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. Note: Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to provide any compensatory relocation support for this role Due to the nature of this role, it cannot be conducted remotely Other This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3). Mason is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

Responsibilities

The Quality Engineer will provide leadership to project and/or production teams to ensure the delivery of quality products, acting as a member of a cross-functional team focused on continuous improvement of the Fabrication Department. Essential duties include leading Material Review Board activities, conducting Root Cause Analysis, and establishing process controls to reduce scrap and rework.