Sr. Quality Engineer

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 Designation The Senior Quality Engineer provides a range of expertise to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed. They lead statistical data analysis and process control implementation to ensure continuous improvement is effective and optimum yield is achieved and maintained. Job Core Responsibilities Identify and ensure inspection compliance to all blueprint characteristics Analyze process data to identify key process indicators, trends, deviations and opportunities for improvement Establish, communicate and monitor key process indicators Leads cross functional team to investigate process defects and implement corrective actions and drive process yield improvements / reduction of variability Conduct capability studies (Cp / Cpk) and support validation for new processes Develop and maintain documentation including control plans, inspection procedures Reviews and creates inspection forms, records, techniques and procedures for accuracy and relevance and provide changes when necessary Collaborate with engineering to update work instructions as needed Foster compliance with internal and external requirements by means of addressing issues preventing the meeting of yield targets Supports audits and compliance with quality standards Train technicians and engineers in SPC techniques and quality tools to foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance May occasionally need to work a variable schedule with additional hours as necessary Job Specifications Education Post-secondary degree in Engineering and relevant work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations. Six sigma certified (Black belt preferred). Years Experience 7+ years of experience in quality or process engineering in a manufacturing environment. Skills Demonstrated analytical skills to proactively identify and solve problems using DMAIC methodology or equivalent problem-solving technique. Knowledge of complex Quality Engineering processes and Statistical Process Control (SPC) with data acquisition systems Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving Advanced knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering and reading blueprints Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and make recommendations for improvements to products, processes or services Strong communication and team collaboration skills 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:120K-$130K 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 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