Quality Engineer 2

About Axillon Aerospace Axillon Aerospace is a leading provider of complex, highly engineered composite and polymer solutions for demanding commercial and defense applications. We are comprised of six, purpose-built centers of excellence throughout the USA and Mexico, each strategically focused on serving specific markets across aerospace engines and airframes, as well as munitions, radomes, antennas and fuel containment. Learn more at axillonaerospace.com. Job Summary The Quality Engineer 2 provides a wide range of engineering expertise to ensure that Axillon products meet established quality standards and perform as designed. The Quality Engineer 2’s primary focus is on ensuring high product reliability and functionality in line with design specifications and customer requirements. Job Core Responsibilities Promotes compliance with internal and external requirements on the assigned program(s) by means of addressing quality issues Works with customers to request approval of products deviating from approved processes and requirements Leads APQP/PPAP package generation, including orchestrating the development and update of the package items Reviews and approves changes to planning, work instructions, procedures and product acceptance Reviews and creates inspection forms, records, techniques and procedures for accuracy and relevance and provide changes when necessary Defines and conducts both systematic/methodical and random/arbitrary tests to ensure proper performance of products Leads MRB team to assess defect severity and occurrence, providing input on internal product disposition Leads analyses of data using Statistical Process Capability (SPC) to either confirm compliance with established standards or identify deviations from standards to support yield improvements Analyzes causes for defects and provides opportunities for improvement activities while monitoring process capabilities Leads and performs root cause analysis initiatives for process related concerns Provides technical and regulatory expertise for a range of quality assurance testing and inspection activities associated with product development and manufacturing Performs internal audits of the operation process using inspection results and statistical techniques to provide timely, accurate process and product analysis Analyzes audit results and determines proper corrective and preventive action Performs review and release of products, engaging customer representatives as required, and completing the shipping paperwork Performs First Article Inspections for initial qualifications or changes to fit, form, or function to the products using AS9102 Consistently exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary Job Requirements Education: Post-secondary degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations. Experience: 3 - 5 years of relevant quality engineering experience Skills Knowledge of complex Quality Engineering processes and regulatory requirements Demonstrated ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving Advanced knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering and statistical process control Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and make recommendations for improvements to products, processes or services Ability to explain a range of complex technical information and options to overcome challenges Demonstrated analytical skills to proactively identify and solve problems: 6 sigma certification and applied experience a plus Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $100k-$110k/yr. Axillon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axillon is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. 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 U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. #J-18808-Ljbffr